WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – A group of volunteers spent several hours Saturday preparing over 200 meals for people around the community, and for people staying at The Warming Shelter over the weekend.
The preparation was organized by 86 Hunger Now, a Wilmington-based non-profit founded by Chef David Scott.
“Our hope is they’re nourished,” Scott said. “The food is cooked with love.”
The meals featured chicken, different vegetables, bread and cookies, among other options. Drivers signed up to take them to families in need around the community.
Scott said the organization specifically seeks to help working families struggling to afford groceries week after week who don’t receive government assistance. His goal is to fill the gap with “restaurant-quality” meals.
“I’ve got a whole army of people that are seeking purpose to come into this kitchen and have church with us,” he said.
One of the volunteers participating Saturday was Neal Briggi, who said their help is needed in the area, especially this time of year.
“There’s people that can’t put a meal on their table,” Briggi said. “There’s not a safety net for those kinds of people. This is a safety net for them.”
While the organization prepares meals year-round, Scott agreed it’s especially important during the holiday season, when many people are struggling. The non-profit will also offer a free community meal at Grace United Methodist Church on Christmas Day.
“I feel like I have a huge family this Christmas,” he said.
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