TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) — Hunger Action Month in September is a nationwide campaign that puts a spotlight on the issue of food insecurity. Texarkana-based Harvest Regional Food Bank is celebrating what it means for their community with the annual Hunger Action Luncheon.
"Not only is this to raise awareness for the issue of food insecurity but also to make sure that we recognize and thank our volunteers, our agency partners, pantries that really are the boots on the ground." said Camille Wrinkle, Executive Director of the Harvest Regional Food Bank.
All those who work to ensure the food bank can feed those in need were, in turn, served a meal as thanks.
A select few of them were even recognized with awards. Like Linda Walker with the Community Alternative Prevention Program.
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