PETERSBURG — Petersburg Mayor Sam Parham has joined the Mayors Alliance to End Childhood Hunger. The nonpartisan coalition with over 400 mayors from all 50 states and Washington, D.C. is united in the fight against food insecurity which affects more than 13 million children across the United States.
Parham’s work includes partnering with the Petersburg Public School System to improve meal quality and ensure students enjoy nutritious options. “No child in Petersburg should go hungry,” Parham said. “By joining this coalition and collaborating with local groups like FeedMore , we can guarantee every child has access to the food they need to thrive.”
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