FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Sep 9, 2024
Contact: Beth Heath, President
904 705-6439 – beth@wecanbeheroesfoundation.org
Troops Food Pantry Needs Our Help
Overseas Troops Struggling with Food Insecurities
(JACKSONVILLE) – Donors are making a difference for Army Troops serving in South Korea struggling with food insecurities. Commissary Gift Cards are being purchased and sent to the Warriors Pantry at the largest overseas military base, Camp Humphreys in South Korea. The Warriors Pantry provides donated food to military families in-need.
“We recognize food insecurity is a growing need among our community. Families in need are encouraged to visit the Warrior Food Pantry to access non-perishable food item to support their families.” said Lindsey Geraci, Camp Humphrey Ready and Resilient Program specialist, 2ID Commander’s Ready and Resilient Council.
The Northeast Florida Korean War Veterans and Korean Defense Veterans Chapter 200, and the We Can Be Heroes Foundation in coordination with the Camp Humphreys Ready and Resilient Council is collecting donations to purchase Commissary Gift Cards for the Pantry. You can donate online at the WeCanBeHeroesFoundation.org and earmark your donation for the Warriors Pantry. Checks can be mailed to the We Can Be Heroes Foundation, 14286-19 Beach Blvd., #120, Jacksonville, FL 32250.
“As a Marine in Korea during Korean War, let me assure you that our overseas military personnel need to know they have the support of Americans at home. A donation of any amount will mean a great deal to those struggling to feed their families.” said Commander Henry Moreland, Northeast Florida Korean War Veterans and Korean Defense Veterans Chapter.
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