MONROE, La. — The Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana received a $50,000 grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation to support disaster relief efforts across the region following Winter Storm Fern.
The funding, combined with additional community support, helped provide nutritious food and clean water to thousands of Northeast Louisiana residents impacted by widespread power outages and storm-related property damage.
“This generous grant was vital in helping provide additional food assistance to our neighbors impacted by the winter storm,” said Jean Toth, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana. “We are grateful for the support from the Louisiana Blue Foundation to help us care for our community during this crisis.”
Grant funding allowed the Food Bank to purchase truckloads of food and support seven additional mobile disaster-relief distributions in heavily impacted communities. The assistance also helped restock partner food pantries and provide targeted support to individuals staying in emergency shelters.
“Following Winter Storm Fern, access to food and clean water quickly became a critical need for families and communities,” said Michael Tipton, president of the Louisiana Blue Foundation. “We’re proud to partner with the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana to help ensure families across the region had access to the food and resources they needed.”
The Food Bank continues to seek community support for ongoing disaster recovery efforts and hunger relief programs. Every $1 donated helps provide at least three meals. For more information or to get involved, visit foodbanknela.org.