Employees from Dixie Fish Company recently volunteered at the Harry Chapin Food Bank, spending a three-hour shift filling 1,157 bags of assorted fresh vegetables for distribution to more than 700 families.
“Our volunteers found the experience very rewarding and look forward to returning,” said Blake Colbert, general manager of the Fort Myers Beach restaurant. “We are grateful for the opportunity to give back to the local community and help others.”
Founded in 1983, the Harry Chapin Food Bank relies on community volunteers and $2.5 million in in-kind services to feed 250,000 Southwest Florida residents every month. With a mission of leading the community in the fight against hunger through information, education, fundraising and advocacy, the organization is a member of Feeding America and operates food pantries in schools, a mobile pantry and programs for seniors…