Canton Vs Massillon Food Fight Starts Again

From Stark Co. Hunger Task Force: The rivalry erupts as the Pups and Tigers launch the 2017 Food Fight leading up to the 2017 McKinley – Massillon gridiron clash Oct 28.

For the sixth annual Food Fight, the two schools ask their fans to join the fray in the battle against hunger
Students, faculty and Pup and Tiger supporters can give non-perishable food and monetary donations as the rivals compete for bragging rights and a traveling trophy.

All donations in the McKinley – Massillon Food Fight go to Stark County Hunger Task Force and will be distributed through the organization’s network of more than 30 pantries throughout Stark County.
During the past five Food Fights, the pups and tigers brought in the equivalent of nearly 116,000 pounds of groceries for the hungry in food and monetary donations.

To join the battle, drop off food at either of the high schools; Stark County Hunger Task Force offices, 408 9th St. SW, Canton, or WHBC / Mix 94.1 radio stations, 550 Market St. S, Canton.

Fans may also make monetary donations at Food Fight final rallies Oct 27 at Dunkin’ Donuts shops in Massillon and Canton and online at www.starkhunger.org (designate Massillon or McKinley with the donation). Every dollar donated will provide seven pounds of food for the hungry and a seven pound credit for the school of choice in the competition.

Featuring Mix 94.1’s Kayleigh Kriss in person Oct. 27 from 6 to 9 a.m., Massillon’s rally will marshal fans and collect donations at the Dunkin’ Donuts at 309 Lincoln Way W, Massillon.

Featuring WHBC’s Gary Rivers Oct. 27 from 6 to 9 a.m., McKinley fans will mobilize and collect donations at the Dunkin’ Donuts at 3255 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton.

Representatives from the Stark County Hunger Task Force, WHBC and Mix 94.1 will announce the total collections and the winning school from the field at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium during the game.
The winning school receives a traveling trophy (plaque) and bragging rights until the 2018 renewal of the rivalry. The winner is determined by the amount of food and monetary donations converted into pounds by officials from SCHTF.

Founded in 1981, Stark County Hunger Task Force at 408 9th St. SW, Canton, leads the battle against hunger in Stark County. Operating almost entirely on donations, SCHTF provides free groceries to over 29,000 individuals every month through more than 30 food pantries, Backpacks for Kids programs and an emergency pantry. For more information, call 330.455.6667 or visit SCHTF online at www.starkhunger.org.

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