Feeding The Community In Times Of Uncertainty

with Monique Ellsworth of Second Harvest of the Big Bend

Every year one local nonprofit distributes millions of pounds of food in order to meet the needs of the community. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has put an incredible strain on supplies. Monique Ellsworth, CEO of Second Harvest of the Big Bend, talks about the challenges they are facing.

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Jul 10, 2020

Hosted by: Candace Kelley
Produced by: Florida Newsmakers Team
#Florida #Community #General Interest #Local
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