Farm Share, a Florida-based food nonprofit teamed up with St. Augustine businesses to host a drive-through food distribution Tuesday to provide produce and non-perishable food to those in need.
With all the food, bagged and ready to go, volunteers with FarmShare had to start the giveaway early. By 9 a.m., 20 cars were waiting in line.
“I’m very proud to be out here,” one recipient said. “I’m 65, retired and on social security and retirement -- so I need it too.”
Fresh produce and non-perishable canned goods -- organizers and volunteers packaged enough to serve 500 families.
“It’s great to see smiles and to hear people being grateful,” said Chuck, a volunteer. “It’s a great way to spend the day.”
The nonprofit held the event along with the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum, Belk, Sunbelt Rentals, Wilson Heating & Air Conditioning, and Sertoma at the Belk parking lot at the Ponce De Leon Mall.