Higher fuel prices are straining the budget of a Chesapeake nonprofit that relies on regular and diesel fuel to deliver food to seniors and collect donations for its pantry.
Nichelle Buffalow, executive director of Buffalow Family and Friends, said the organization has been fighting food insecurity in the Chesapeake community for 16 years. She said the spike in fuel costs has had a direct impact on how much money is available for food.
“Just looking at last month alone compared to last year is doubled in our gas prices, which is taken away from the pantry,” Buffalow said.
Higher fuel costs have also led to a drop in donations…