DeKalb County will host another big food giveaway this weekend, distributing some 26 tons of produce and protein to residents in need.
County officials also announced Tuesday a $600,000 partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank — an effort they said will increase the supply at local food pantries by more than 30% in coming months.
“DeKalb County has formed a powerful coalition that will turn the tide against food insecurity for our residents,” DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond said in a news release.
On Saturday, 20-pound boxes of Georgia grown fruits and vegetables and two-pound bags of pork sausage will be distributed at three different sites across the county. Officials said some 2,400 care baskets will be distributed.