Many in Brooklyn Park struggle to make ends meet
Dozens lined up August 6 for free groceries at the Philando’s Pantry food distribution event in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, highlighting the growing food insecurity in the community.
Constance McIntyre of Brooklyn Park, a working mother of two, said the past year has been a struggle to make ends meet. “This helps me support my children,” she said. “It’s definitely a blessing.” Participants received bags filled with cereal, bread, rice, canned goods, and other staples.
Pointing to a bin of laundry detergent, McIntyre added, “That Downy over there is probably $28 in the store, and I can’t afford that right now.” She also attended last month’s food drop…