By Samantha Avalos
District 6 executive office support
Every year, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) leads the State Employees Food Drive, raising food, funds and awareness regarding hunger issues in our state. California produces nearly half of the nation’s fruits and vegetables, yet more than 1 in 5 Californians – about 8.8 million – currently struggle with food insecurity.
We’re ecstatic about the successful conclusion of our very first year participating in the 2024 State Employee Food Drive. District 6 partnered with Fresno Mission, a local non-profit agency in the Central Valley, to donate canned foods to families in need.
We had four drop-off locations; The Clovis Construction Office donated 36 pounds of canned food, and the District Office donated 37 pounds. The Manchester Office donated 62 pounds of canned food, while the Visalia Construction Office donated a whopping 92 pounds. All divisions came together, exceeding expectations and making this Food Drive a success!
This was a great opportunity for us to come together as a district to make a positive impact. Thanks to your incredible benevolence, we were able to donate a total of 227 pounds of canned food. Your generosity, time, and energy will assist Fresno Mission in providing meals to those in need and help lift the financial burden on families in our communities.
Although the Food Drive has ended, our willingness to support the community continues. Let’s prep for this years (2025) Food Drive and surpass last year’s numbers!