City of Brownsville issued the following announcement on April 28.
United Against Hunger, a local campaign to provide meals and emergency food for families in need, will hold first mass food distribution every Friday. This initiative also serves as a hiring force, employing many restaurant industry workers who are furloughed due to the COVID-19 regulations.
Thank you sponsors: City of Brownsville, United Way of Southern Cameron County, Brownsville Community Foundation, Foodbank RGV Inc., Brownsville Wellness Coalition, UTHealth School of Public Health
Food distribution begins at 8:00AM (until supplies last)
Guidelines:
• Two family members maximum per vehicle
• Must bring a photo ID
• Must wear a mask to receive donations
• All donations will be placed in the trunk of the car; the trunk must be clear of any items.
Southmost Library:
Vehicle Entrance: Southmost
Pedestrian Entrance: Manzano St.
A donation portal is open for individuals able and willing to donate to the cause. Every dollar will go towards food, supplies, and labor for the campaign. https://www.unitedwayrgv.org/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=9
Original source can be found here.
Source: City of Brownsville
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