Feed More working to make sure everyone has food on the Thanksgiving table [Video]

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) – We all know those grocery bills just aren’t getting any cheaper, but you can help make sure everyone has a special meal on the table for Thanksgiving.

Donations to Feed More are essential to help support neighbors fighting food insecurity right now. Feed More says the need for food assistance is back to where it was during the pandemic, and it has seen a 22% increase in its need in the past two years.

That means there are longer lines at food pantries, and more food is needed to hand out, too.

“It is tough for a lot of people because of inflation, right?” Feed More Transportation Manager Tracey Rawls said. “Right now, many families are having to choose from buying healthy food or possibly paying rent or mortgage.”

Inflation impacts Feed More’s spending amount and donations, but Rawls says it is those who are already facing food insecurity who …