GREENVILLE, Ohio-A fundraising event, the Red & Yellow Black & White Gala, held at Romer’s Catering, raised $68,337 to support the Backpack Ministry in Darke County. This program ensures children in seven Darke County schools receive food for the weekends. The event aimed to address food insecurity among youth, providing them with easy-to-make meals.
Principal Ashlee Fourman shared stories illustrating the impact of the program, emphasizing the struggles some children face with hunger and the importance of community support. The program not only provides food but also teaches valuable life lessons like honesty and integrity. Judge Travis Fliehman highlighted the volunteer-driven nature of the program, underscoring the selfless commitment to supporting children in need.
https://www.dailyadvocate.com/2024/04/11/68337-raised-to-help-feed-children-within-darke-county/
