Norfolk County Register Delivers Donations To Wellesley Pantry

From the Norfolk County Register Of Deeds:

02/12/2020 4:41 p.m.

Dedham, MA ~ Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell recently delivered donations to the Wellesley Food Pantry. The contributions came from the registry staff and the public who participated in the Registry’s Annual Holiday Food Drive from November 18th to December 29th.

The Register stated, “On behalf of the many people who contributed to the Registry’s food drive, it’s my pleasure to deliver these items.” He handed over such items as boxes of spaghetti, jars of sauce, canned items such as soups and vegetable.

“Many of our neighbors are in dire need of nutrition,” noted O’Donnell. A study by Project Bread noted that 1 out of 10 families in the Commonwealth is considered food insecure. Another recent report by an anti-hunger group indicated that there are approximately 46,000 people considered to be food insecure in Norfolk County.

While at the Pantry, Register O’Donnell had a chance to view the operation. “It’s quite impressive. You can feel and see all the hard work that goes into making this venture a success.”

The Wellesley Food Pantry opened its doors in July of 1989. Today it serves approximately 200 households per month, comprising 400 people. One-third of the people who are served by the Pantry are children.

Register O’Donnell concluded, “Winter is the toughest season to balance a family’s budget, given home heating cost and school vacations. A food donation can mean a great deal to a family during this time of year. ”

For more information on the Wellesley Food Pantry or to seek assistance, volunteer, or to donate, please go to www.wellesleyfoodpantry.org .

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