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Treasure Coast Food Bank hosts child poverty discussion during
Hunger Action Month

Treasure Coast Food Bank invites the community to join a discussion with local experts on child poverty and hunger – its causes and solutions. The roundtable talk takes place at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017 at the Children’s Services Council of Martin County, 101 S.E. Central Parkway.

“Future Generations: Addressing Child Poverty in Martin County” is part of Hunger Action Month, when the nation’s food banks encourage the community to join them in taking action against hunger.

Hear from community leaders who see child poverty and hunger in their daily work, and join the discussion of how to solve the problem in Martin County.

The event is free, but registration is required. Register at rsvp@tcfoodbank.org by Aug. 30.

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WHAT: A round-table discussion about on child poverty and hunger in Martin County presented by Treasure Coast Food Bank

WHERE: Children’s Services Council of Martin County, 101 S.E. Central Parkway, Stuart, FL 34994

WHEN: 3-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017

WHY: More than 21 percent of Martin County’s children are food insecure. Although the county’s poverty rate is relatively low, more than 5,500 children are in households that struggle with basic needs such as housing, nutritious food, and medical expenses.

PANELISTS: Dillie Nerios, Treasure Coast Food Bank/Whole Child Connection
David Heaton, Children’s Services Council of Martin County
Bryan Garner, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
Joanne Towner, Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County
Samantha Suffich, Healthy Start Coalition of Martin County
Krista Garofalo, Treasure Coast Food Bank (Moderator)

RSVP: The event is free of charge, but reservations are required by Aug. 30. Email rsvp@tcfoodank.org.

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