SARASOTA, FL – (Oct. 4, 2022) JFCS of the Suncoast has started a fundraiser to collect money to purchase groceries and hot meals for people impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Several food trucks will host an event in the JFCS parking lot from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 12, to help feed hurricane victims. Donations made to JFCS’ fundraiser will help cover the cost of the hot meals prepared and served by the food trucks. Organizations, churches, subdivisions, businesses, and community representatives can pick up the free meals during the event to distribute to community members in need.
The funds will also be used to purchase groceries at a discounted rate for community members who cannot afford to replace the food they lost during the hurricane and power outages.
Hurricane Relief Fundraiser
To donate to help JFCS purchase groceries and meals, please follow this link, click the Donate button, and choose “Hurricane Ian” in the drop-down menu: https://jfcs-cares.org/hurricane-relief-free-food-truck-fundraiser/.
Food Truck Event
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 12
Where: JFCS’ main office, 2688 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota
Participating food trucks: Smokin Momma Lora’s BBQ, Dee’z Diner, Florida Poutine Co, and Q&S Kool Kups will donate their time, energy and resources to prepare meals on-site.
For more information on the Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and Food Truck Event:
Please contact Karen Pharo at kpharo@jfcs-cares.org or 941-400-6685.
Mental Health Services
JFCS also offers a variety of counseling and mental health services that can help people deal with these challenging times. For more information contact the Intake Department at 941-366-2224, ext. 116, or visit: https://jfcs-cares.org/mental-health-and-counseling/.
About JFCS: One of the Florida Suncoast’s leading mental health and human services agencies, JFCS delivers programs and services on a non-denominational basis and with the goal of empowering individuals towards well-being and self-reliance. Inspired by the Jewish tradition of helping all people, JFCS of the Suncoast believes all people should be treated with dignity and respect and have equal opportunity for physical and mental well-being, self-expression, and joy. For more information, visit https://JFCS-Cares.org/ or call (941) 366-2224.