MILFORD, Del. - The Food Bank of Delaware in Milford was busy Tuesday evening as community members dropped off donations to help those in need. With the future of food donations uncertain, the food bank’s president, Cathy Kanefsky, stressed the importance of every contribution.
“We know that when people are hungry, they cannot think, they cannot learn,” Kanefsky told CoastTV. “That affects children who need food to succeed in school.”
Kanefsky expressed optimism that, with community support, the food bank will weather the storm and continue to serve Delaware's most vulnerable. “We are a beautiful state that takes care of each other,” she said. “I have no doubt that’s what will happen, but we need everyone.”
Among those first in line to donate was Helen Salita, who emphasized the dire need. “The need is so great right now,” Salita said. “It’s time for people to pull together and help their neighbors.”
Governor Matt Meyer also attended the event, calling attention to the critical role community organizations play in providing meals to children. “We must ensure children have access to nutritious food, whether it's at school, afterschool programs, or at home,” Governor Meyer said.
While there are no immediate plans for further events, the food bank hopes to continue holding more to collect food from the community in the future.