As summer heats up and school cafeterias close their doors, a dedicated group of volunteers in Tuscaloosa is making sure no child or family goes hungry. The New Heights community center has been busy preparing for the season’s increased food demand, with volunteers recently gathering to pack food for distribution across the area.

According to The Tuscaloosa News, New Heights placed a ‘massive’ order to stock up for the summer months, anticipating a significant surge in need now that students are out of school. Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to sort and pack the supplies, getting everything ready for distribution to families who depend on the center’s services.

New Heights has long served as a vital resource for Tuscaloosa residents, and this summer push reflects the community’s commitment to looking out for its neighbors during one of the most challenging times of year for food-insecure households. The combination of proactive planning — securing a large food order ahead of peak demand — and hands-on volunteer effort speaks to the heart of what makes Tuscaloosa’s community spirit so strong.

If you’d like to support New Heights or get involved as a volunteer, reaching out to the center directly is a great first step toward helping keep Tuscaloosa families fed this summer.

Sources: The Tuscaloosa News, The Tuscaloosa News