For the 14th consecutive year, Conagra Brands and the Conagra Brands Foundation invite the Omaha community to help “Shine the Light on Hunger” this holiday season in conjunction with the Holiday Lights Festival.
The campaign begins November 12 as part of the kick-off of the Holiday Lights Festival and continues through January 4, with many opportunities throughout the city to give back through nonperishable food and monetary donations. For a list of events, please visit the Holiday Lights Festival.
The communitywide campaign goal is 1.5 million meals, which will have a significant impact on the Food Bank’s distribution. More families than ever are experiencing financial hardship and food insecurity due to the impact of the Pandemic. As part of the campaign, Conagra Brands Foundation will generously match all campaign funds up to $100,000.
Food Bank for the Heartland has been awarded the coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and a proven commitment to accountability and transparency. This is the eleventh consecutive time that Food Bank for the Heartland has earned this top distinction.
Charity Navigator was founded in 2001 with the goal to create an unbiased source of information that would provide charitable givers the tools necessary to make informed giving decisions. Charity Navigator is now the nation’s largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities.
The holidays are a difficult time for our neighbors facing food insecurity. This year, with a growing number of families and individuals across Nebraska and western Iowa facing new financial struggles, many who have never utilized Food Bank for the Heartland’s services are in need of help. We are so grateful for the support we’ve received during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Your contributions, both food and financial, will help us feed families in need throughout the coming weeks. More food on the table means less worry and a brighter, happier holiday season. From all of us at Food Bank for the Heartland thank you for your overwhelming generosity.
