LOCAL FAMILY FUN
Giving Back
SIBLINGS AND FAMILY MEMBERS WORK TOGETHER TO PREPARE FOR FOOD DRIVES TO SERVE FAMILIES IN NEED THROUGH FILLING TUMMIES.
5 options to serve as a family BY ERIN PAGE . PHOTOS PROVIDED. Volunteering as a family is an excellent way to spend time together, benefit the community and teach kids about the importance of giving to others and lending a hand. As we approach Thanksgiving and are mindful of our own blessings, this time of year is also the perfect time to teach our kids about the joy and impact of serving our community. Check out these socially- distant opportunities to volunteer with kids in the metro this season.
Host a food drive for families in need. 1 Filling Tummies provides food, formula and basic necessities to kids, families and seniors living in food deserts. The organization’s mobile food pantry bus typically visits schools for students to enjoy shopping for their own fresh produce and packaged snacks, but during COVID-19 the organization has been offering drive-through food distribution for community members. Families can organize their own food drive to collect items to donate to Filling Tummies or volunteer to package donations or assist with food giveaways. Visit fillingtummies.com for more information.
10 METROFAMILYMAGAZINE.COM / NOVEMBER 2020
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