An Update from Lisa McNeece, Chair, United Fresh Start Foundation Board of Trustees, Regarding COVID-19
Produce growers donating food to communities, schools, food banks, shelters and essential businesses during coronavirus pandemic.
In disruptive times we often see the most creative and empathetic solutions rise to the surface. Across the country, fresh produce growers are donating food to feed their communities, fresh produce distributors are developing new models to redirect their restaurant business while also supporting local food banks, shelters and other essential businesses, and school nutrition professionals are still providing meals to millions of students on a daily basis, ensuring access to healthy foods while school is closed.
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, I began my Chairmanship of United Fresh Start Foundation, a new volunteer role for me, but a familiar opportunity to continue to carry out my passion of ensuring kids and families have access to fresh produce where they need it most. As Chair, I want to share the stories and efforts of companies across the supply chain that are meeting our mission, increasing access to fresh fruits and vegetables for children and their families, while finding new and creative ways to collaborate during this time of uncertainty.