Rising Costs Drive Residents to Food Banks in Droves

For two years, local food banks have been dealing with increased demand for assistance from those greatly affected by the pandemic. Now, these food banks face even more pressure as the cost of everyday goods continues to increase amid supply chain shortages worsened by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – leading families to seek help putting food on the table. Curley’s House of Style, Inc. – Hope Relief Food Bank in Liberty City has witnessed a jump in clients in the last few months. From serving 200 people on the organization’s busiest days, Tuesdays and Thursdays, it now sees close to 400, says founder and executive director Lavern Spicer.

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