The public can help the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana win a $60,000 grant from Walmart as part of “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” a nationwide campaign that runs until October 5th.
From September 15 through October 5, customers can visit www.walmart.com/fighthunger to cast one vote per day that will help direct funds to participating food banks – such as the Food Bank of NWI - and local partner agencies. The 50 winning food banks will each receive a $60,000 grant. The campaign also provides information on how customers can donate or volunteer to take a direct action in the fight against hunger in their local communities.
Arleen Peterson stated, “This campaign is a fantastic way to help in your local community, by just voting online. In northwest Indiana, $60,000 translates to more than 150,000 meals! We encourage you to vote every day.” At the time of this release, the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana was in the top 10.
To vote, the user must have a Facebook account. When visiting www.walmart.com/fighthunger you are promoted to sign-in using your Facebook account. Search for “Indiana” at the bottom of the page and select the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to cast your vote.
The campaign launches during a critical time in our nation when food banks are facing a growing need for donations due historically high rates of food insecurity. Here in northwest Indiana, people struggling with hunger continues to be a problem. In Lake and Porter Counties, more than 104,000 people are food insecure.
As part of the initiative, Walmart is also teaming up with acclaimed chef, cookbook author and host, G. Garvin, and calling on the public to support their local food banks by voting online at www.walmart.com/fightinghunger.
“One of my biggest passions as a chef is showing people how simple it can be to make healthy and delicious meals for their families,” said Chef Garvin. “Walmart’s Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign is making it simple and fun for the public to get involved and will help ensure all families have access to the healthy and nutritious food they need. I could not be more proud to support a cause that matters so much to so many.”
To participate in the voting campaign, learn more about the program, including details on participating products, visit www.walmart.com/fighthunger.
