Yesterday, I joined my colleagues on the Board of Commissioners, along with our Community Services team, to share how Gwinnett County is stepping up to fight food insecurity and support families in need.
We’re redirecting funding from our Summer Meals Program to purchase and distribute essential food and hygiene items through six trusted co-op partners serving every corner of Gwinnett.
In addition, we’re hosting several free Mobile Food Distributions at 3 p.m., while supplies last:
• November 4 – Lenora Park, Snellville
• November 18 – Bryson Park, Lilburn
• December 9 – Rock Springs Park, Lawrenceville
• December 16 – Shorty Howell Park, Duluth
For our older adults, Gwinnett Health and Human Services will continue to provide home-delivered meals for homebound, ill, or incapacitated seniors age 60 and older. Each participant receives a five-day supply of nutritious frozen meals delivered weekly by staff and volunteers.
As we enter the holiday season, our teams will also provide more than 6,750 meals to students in our afterschool programs, ensuring no child goes hungry during school breaks.
If you or someone you know needs help, Community Navigators are available 24/7 at 770.822.8850, and residents can find nearby pantries through the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s Food Pantry Map at ACFB.org.
For more information about senior meal programs, call 678.377.4150.
Local governments must stand in the gap during times like these. It’s our responsibility to care for the general welfare of our residents and ensure every person in Gwinnett has what they need to thrive.
Together, we can keep our community strong.
For more information on food resources in Gwinnett please visit the link in the bio.
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