Thanksgiving is just around the corner and families are busy gearing up for the big day. But, those in need this time of year may not have the means to have a Thanksgiving dinner. That's where local organizations come in.
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LOS ANGELES, April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) in conjunction with eight regional charity organizations today launched the 2021 Fueling Our Communities program to help feed individuals experiencing food insecurity. This year s program will provide free meals, groceries, and restaurant gift cards to thousands of individuals from 20 underserved communities across Los Angeles County. The program, which is funded by a $325,000 donation from the utility, will also help stimulate local small businesses and is expected to last through the spring.
The first event under this program was hosted over the weekend at Compton s Woodley Airport. SoCalGas, the Human Services Association, Assemblymember Mike Gipson, and Compton Councilwoman Tana McCoy, partnered to provide meal kits, groceries and gift cards from local restaurants to community members in need. Click here for photos.