Jan 20, 2025
Feeding Tampa Bay took a different approach to honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his day, hosting their first MLK Day of Service.More than 750 people showed up to help hundreds of thousands of people across Tampa Bay. Some volunteers, like Bryce Hayes, came out with their family. Bryce Hayes SOT 1For him and other volunteers it was the best way to celebrate the day this man is all about, Martin Luther King Jr. Thomas Mantz SOT 2From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., volunteers helped sort food in the warehouse, packed meals, stocked, and helped families shop in the market. Some volunteers cooked or served in the bistro.Volunteer and board member Chris Cascaes said its not lost on him how all of the work they were doing will help hundreds of thousands across Tampa Bay. Chris Cascaes SOT 3Between their headquarters and several other locations, volunteers packed about 500,000 meals, served over 100 FTB neighbors in the Bistro, and helped over 200 neighbors shop in the market.FTB is already planning next years day of service. President and CEO Thomas Mantz said he wants it to be even bigger next year.We didnt have much trouble getting 750 people to volunteer, Mantz said. I think a lot of us want there to be a day of service, so were going to make sure that happens.
Respond, make new discussions, see other discussions and customize your news...

To add this website to your home screen:

1. Tap tutorialsPoint

2. Select 'Add to Home screen' or 'Install app'.

3. Follow the on-scrren instructions.

Feedback
FAQ
Privacy Policy
Terms of Service