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"Volunteering at Care and Share Food Bank opened my eyes to the urgent need for food access and support in Colorado, and how quickly we can make a difference when we come together," says Jim Strong, a Business Analyst at Ford who volunteered as a part of Ford Philanthropy’s first-ever Summer Hunger Campaign.
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Leading up to Hunger Action Month this September, more than 200 Ford employees teamed up with 18 nonprofits across 12 states to address the increased need for nutritious meals while children are out of school. This initiative is part of a larger effort to raise awareness, inspire volunteerism, and make an impact on hunger year-round.
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To engage more employees beyond Southeast Michigan, Stephanie Smith, Social Impact & Smart Mobility Leader, the Ford Volunteer Corps and the Essential Services Team partnered with Feeding America to connect with food banks in areas where Ford has a strong employee presence. “With nearly 30 million U.S. students relying on free or reduced-price meals during the school year, the Summer Hunger Campaign aimed to support food banks in one of their busiest seasons,” says Stephanie.
Calling All Volunteer Champions
In Colorado, Tonya Romero, a Dealer Credit Specialist at Ford, along with her team, packaged 140 food boxes for local seniors with Silver Key Senior Services. "This experience reminded me just how important community organizations are in tackling food insecurity, plus it was a great way to reconnect with colleagues," shared Tonya.
Looking ahead, the Ford Volunteer Corps hopes to expand their regional ambassador network, using local insights to identify nonprofit partners and volunteer opportunities. Get involved this Hunger Action Month by volunteering at your local food bank, donating, or spreading the word online to help raise awareness about the fight to end hunger.
To find out how you can organize a volunteer event or use up to 16 hours of paid volunteer time off, contact us at volunteer@ford.com. Explore Global Caring Month and other volunteer opportunities on Deed. Thank you to the volunteer champions who led local summer hunger activations across the country.
Passionate about volunteering but unable to get out to volunteer? Make an impact through virtual volunteering where you can volunteer from your desk or your home with a minimal time commitment.
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