Wells Fargo District Managers Mark Corella, left, and Kathie Voss, right with Judith Monte, Foodbank of Santa Barbara County development manager, center, celebrate the success of the Foodbank’s 2013 Turkey Drive. Courtesy photo.
$26,100 raised and 2,075 turkeys and 2,000 chickens distributed for Thanksgiving
SANTA BARBARA — Thanks to Wells Fargo and the entire Santa Barbara County community, 2,075 turkeys and 2,000 chickens were distributed this Thanksgiving season, officials with Foodbank of Santa Barbara County reported in a media release.
In addition to this, $26,100 was raised by the community and was matched with $25,000 by Wells Fargo.
Wells Fargo District Managers, Mark Corella and Kathie Voss recently presented Foodbank of Santa Barbara County with a check for the $25,000.
“At Wells Fargo, we are always eager to support our community,” said Corella, adding his personal thanks to all the community members who made contributions during this matching campaign. “The Foodbank is making a difference in so many lives, and we are pleased to be a partner in their efforts.”
“It is touching when people come together to help one another, especially during the holiday season,” said Erik Talkin, CEO, Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. “Foodbank extends our sincere appreciation to Wells Fargo and the entire community for their generous support of this year’s Turkey Drive.”
Those interested in continuing to help this holiday season can contribute to a Holiday Food & Funds Drive or make an online donation to Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. For more information, visit foodbanksbc.org.
For information on how to get food or apply for CALFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps), please visit foodbanksbc.org/howtogetfood.html.
About the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County:
The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County is transforming health by eliminating hunger and food insecurity through good nutrition and food literacy. The Foodbank provides nourishment and education through its award-winning programs and a network of over 300 member non-profit partners. In Santa Barbara County, one in four people receive food support from the Foodbank; over 102,000 unduplicated people of whom 44% are children. Last year, the Foodbank distributed the food and resources to support 8.5 million meals – half of which was fresh produce. For more information, visit www.foodbanksbc.org.