At the close of last week’s Summer Fancy Food Show on June 14, exhibitors donated 112,000 pounds of meat, cheese, specialty groceries, beverages, confections, and snacks, collected by 200 City Harvest volunteers.
“Combating hunger through food recovery is a longstanding endeavor for our organization,” said Jennifer Carney, director, tradeshow operations, for the SFA. “City Harvest is a longtime partner that highlights the importance of community involvement for the specialty food industry.”
The Summer Fancy Food Show is one of the biggest and most important food rescues City Harvest undertakes each year, according to Jenna Harris, associate director of donor relations & supply chain for City Harvest.
"This year, we were able to rescue more than 112,000 pounds of incredible gourmet food and immediately deliver it -- free of charge -- to food pantries and soup kitchens across New York City,” she said. “From artisan meats and cheeses to delectable desserts and gourmet beverages, the food we rescued from the Summer Fancy Food Show helped feed thousands of our New York neighbors in need. We are so grateful for the continued partnership with the Specialty Food Association."
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