United Way calling for volunteers to assemble meal kits

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- United Way of Greater St. Joseph is looking for volunteers to help assemble meal kits for households in need.

Kids being out of school calls for an increase in the need for food in some households.

According to moveforhunger.org, "In 2023, just over 28 million children participated in the National School Lunch Program, making it 'the nation's second-largest' food and nutrition assistance program behind SNAP."

Volunteers are needed between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 9, at the United Way of Greater St. Joseph, located at 118 S. 5th St.

The meal kits will be shared with local households.

Visit United Way's website to sign up or call (816) 364-2381.