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We Celebrate the Launch of the Joe Burrow Foundation

October 11, 2022 by Jean Marie Cackowski

Joe Burrow Foundation Logo

The Athens County Food Pantry applauds Joe Burrow’s continued focus on food insecurity. We have no doubt that this new foundation will bring a strong voice and impressive resources to our joint goal to reduce and eliminate hunger and food insecurity regionally and beyond.

As announced by the Cincinnati Bengals, the Joe Burrow Nonprofit Foundation will help meet the needs of families who are working to overcome food insecurity and childhood mental health issues. The Joe Burrow Foundation will provide resources and support to the underprivileged and underserved in Ohio and Louisiana.

Karin Bright, ACFP President, said “This new foundation is a welcome ally, increasing the many hearts, hands, and generosity of those who are committed to fighting hunger and food insecurity.”

About:

The ACFP has been serving Athens County since 1980, delivering aid in the form of direct food distribution. An all-volunteer nonprofit organization, the pantry’s dedicated team works to ensure that food is always available for those in need. Following an influx of donations after Joe Burrow’s Heisman Trophy speech, the ACFP has been able to serve in more communities and support select efforts to fight hunger and food insecurity regionally. The influx has additionally allowed the creation of a permanent endowment fund, housed at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, that will strengthen the pantry’s mission in perpetuity.

For additional information:
Karin Bright
board-chair@athenscountyfoodpantry.org

ACFP press release – JoeBurrowFund

Filed Under: News to share Tagged With: food insecurity, Joe Burrow

Our Spring Foodgram: Cleaning Supplies and a Super Bowl Donation Recap

April 27, 2022 by Jean Marie Cackowski

Read about our new cleaning supply program to serve the whole person, and the Bengals Playoffs and Super Bowl donations:

Spring Foodgram

Filed Under: News to share Tagged With: Athens county food pantry, Joe Burrow

A Year of Thanks!

December 16, 2020 by Jean Marie Cackowski

A Year of Thanks

It has been nearly a year since THE Heisman Speech that was heard around the world as well as the fundraiser that changed OUR world!
Since that time we have:
  • Moved to our new facility; a move that has permitted us to increase our capacity for both service and storage. We have added refrigerator and shelving space, both of which the funds helped to purchase.
  • Increased our volunteer presence to cover all five days of distribution, continuing to serve despite ever-changing pandemic restrictions.
  • Increased our food purchases by 50% to better serve our clients.
  • Moved to a “never out” model which means we pack additional food to match demand each week instead of the first come, first serve model of the past.
  • Supported three local school pantries and two community food pantries to help feed kids in need when schools closed in March.
  • Sponsored a week of the Athens County Children’s Services Peanut Butter and Jelly Project.
  • Donated funds to the Ohio University Cat’s Cupboard to help serve international students struggling with food insecurity due to the COVID 19 pandemic.
  • Began the Joe Burrow Hunger Relief Fund with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, which will serve as a lasting legacy to Joe and his incredibly moving speech.
Support
Without those fundraisers (special thanks to Will Drabold, in particular) and our ongoing support, many of these activities would have been difficult or likely impossible given our normal budget. As we continue into 2021 we are looking at additional avenues to reach more people and use these monies in ways that will support those in need and help us serve as advocates for the dual issues of hunger and food insecurity!

Gratitude
We continue to be filled with gratitude by the generosity of our donors and the hard work of our tireless volunteers. In that spirit of rejoicing and thanksgiving, we wish all of you a safe and happy holiday season!

Karin Bright, ACFP President

(Photo by Olesia Buyar on Unsplash)

Filed Under: News to share Tagged With: Athens county food pantry, Joe Burrow

The Joe Burrow Story

March 17, 2020 by Jean Marie Cackowski

The Joe Burrow story started back in December of 2019.  It has continued with Joe’s role as an essential member of the Cincinnati Bengals. An Ohio University student team, led by Jack Cowman, created a video of this amazing journey. Check out our news for more stories about donations from Joe’s fans, including starting our endowment and the latest post about Joe’s foundation.

We continue to deeply thankful for all the generosity inspired by Joe, which continues even today!

Filed Under: News to share Tagged With: Joe Burrow

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Calendar

April 1, 2023
  • First Saturday at the Pantry

    April 1, 2023  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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April 15, 2023
  • On the Road

    April 15, 2023  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    New Marshfield

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Athens County Food Pantry
c/o Treasurer
9 N. College St.
Athens, OH 45701

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Athens County Food Pantry
13183A State Route 13
Millfield, Ohio 45761
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