Food Gatherers, ann arbor’s 107one, and Kroger will join forces to raise 1 million meals to help alleviate hunger in Washtenaw County from November 28 to Dec. 2.
Launching on Giving Tuesday, Food Gatherers staff, volunteers, and 107one radio personalities will be “freezin’ for a reason” during a five-day live radio broadcast outside the Kroger store at 400 S. Maple Rd.
Community members can tune in to 107.1 FM from Tuesday, November 28 – Saturday, December 2, 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. to hear interviews with Food Gatherers staff, community partners, and donor-sponsored Power Hours.
“Rockin’ for the Hungry is an opportunity for everyone to come together to fight hunger where we live,” says Eileen Spring, President and CEO of Food Gatherers. “Food brings people together, especially this time of year. Your donation, no matter the size, sets the table for a happier and healthier new year for your neighbors facing hunger.”
The fundraiser returns at a critical time. Food Gatherers is currently serving significantly more households than during the height of the pandemic. “Pandemic-era federal programs that helped address poverty and support food banks have expired, and high grocery prices make it difficult for people to afford their basic needs,” says Spring. “Donations made during Rockin’ will provide nutritious groceries and meals to anyone in need in our community, all year long.”
During Rockin’ for the Hungry, donations are matched through the Harold & Kay Peplau Family Fund, Kroger, and Power Hour Sponsors. With the match, a financial gift of $5 can provide 20 meals to food-insecure children, adults, and seniors in our county.
During Rockin’ for the Hungry, there are many ways to give:
- Online: www.foodgatherers.org/rockin.
- By phone: 734-761-2796
- By check: Mail or deliver a check made payable to Food Gatherers to our warehouse,Food Gatherers, 1 Carrot Way, Ann Arbor, MI 48105; please note Rockin’ for the Hungry in the memo line.
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In person: Food Gatherers staff and volunteers will be collecting donations of nonperishable food and funds at the Kroger store at 400 S. Maple Road. Stop by between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to donate in person and show your support!
About Food Gatherers
Food Gatherers’ mission is to alleviate hunger and eliminate its causes in Washtenaw County. Last year, our food bank and food rescue program distributed 7.8 million pounds of food to more than 140 hunger relief programs and agencies serving adults, seniors, and children. For a list of our partner programs or to learn how you can become involved in the fight against hunger locally, please visit www.foodgatherers.org or call 734-761-2796.
About ann arbor’s 107one
ann arbor’s 107one is Ann Arbor’s leading adult radio station and can be heard at 107.1 FM or on the web with streaming audio at www.annarbors107one.com.
The Kroger Co. of Michigan
Incorporated in Michigan in 1909 and headquartered in Novi, The Kroger Co. of Michigan operates 120 Kroger stores across 82 cities in Michigan. Kroger coordinates with hunger relief organizations across our communities to direct safe, healthy surplus food to those in need. In 2022, we donated 106 million pounds of surplus food to Feeding America’s network of food banks and agency partners.
Main photo: Rolanda Logan, of Food Gatherers, and Kelly Brown.
