Posts by Jill Hirsekorn
Hendrick Automotive Group donates $100,000 to lowcountry food bank
April 16, 2024
Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that Hendrick Automotive Group donated $100,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank on April 11 to help provide food to neighbors who experience food insecurity in the…
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Walmart and Sam’s Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change Campaign returns to coastal South Carolina to help people who face hunger
April 2, 2024
Taking place in stores and online, the 11th annual campaign supports local hunger relief efforts Now in its 11th year, this campaign has helped generate funds for Feeding America and…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s 25th Annual Chefs’ Feast raises $590,850 to support childhood feeding programs
March 3, 2024
Lowcountry Food Bank’s (LCFB) 25th annual Chefs’ Feast gala raised $590,850, a new fundraising record for the event. The gala was held on Sunday, February 25th, 2024 at the Trident…
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Lowcountry Food Bank names five new board members
February 4, 2024
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) today announced that five new Board members have joined its Board of Directors: Elizabeth Starr Gephart (Pooh), Steve Gruidl, Kelly Hosack, Kenric Rivers, and Kevin Rourk.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces release of educational video to support healthcare professionals during food insecurity patient screenings
January 30, 2024
This short, animated video is available to all healthcare professionals and supports Food is Medicine South Carolina With support from Healthy People, Healthy Carolinas, Lowcountry Food Bank released today an…
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Hendrick Automotive Group donates $130,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank
November 20, 2023
Hendrick Automotive Group makes donation presentation to Lowcountry Food Bank; Hendrick Automotive Group pack meals for 750 families who experience food insecurity Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that Hendrick Automotive…
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Lowcountry Food Bank is a recipient of Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC’s Fall 2023 Immediate Needs Grant
October 24, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that it received a $5,000 grant from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina. The foundation awards grants to nonprofits that strive to reduce…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $270,000 donation from Publix Super Markets Charities
October 17, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced it received a $270,000 donation from Publix Super Markets Charities to increase the amount of nutritious food that LCFB can distribute to ensure equitable access…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $20,000 from the BJ’s Charitable Foundation to support hunger relief in the Lowcountry
October 5, 2023
Thanks to a $20,000 grant from the BJ’s Charitable Foundation, Lowcountry Food Bank will provide children and their families with nutritious food through our School Market program. School Markets provide…
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Lowcountry Food Bank breaks ground for Southern Region Food Center in Hampton County
October 3, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held a groundbreaking ceremony last week in Early Branch for its new Southern Region Food Center. Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) in 2022 secured land on the…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation makes a donation in honor of Hunger Action Month
September 26, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation is thrilled to announce a donation to Lowcountry Food Bank. This gift of $30,000 will be used where the Food Bank needs it most to support…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s 2023 3rd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger raises $92,128 to fund programs that address hunger
September 14, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank’s 3rd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger took place on Sunday, September 10 at Wannamaker Park. The Walk is a family-friendly event that aims to bring awareness to…
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Lowcountry Food Bank celebrates 40 years of fighting hunger in coastal South Carolina
August 8, 2023Food Bank staff, leadership, volunteers, donors and guests held anniversary celebrations to reflect on service to Lowcountry and look to the future Celebration continues with 3rd Annual Walk to Fight…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation appoints two new board members: Michael P. Smith and Turquoi D. Dorsey
July 17, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors as of May 2023. Michael P. Smith, of Kiawah Island, South Carolina, has…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Partners with Summer Food Service Program
June 8, 2023
Kids and teens can access summer meals at multiple locations Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is participating in the Summer Food Service Program in 2023. Nutritious food will be provided to…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Fueled by Fresh matching gift challenge raises $57,125 to purchase fresh produce
June 6, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held a Fueled by Fresh matching gift challenge June 1st – June 3rd to raise funds to purchase fresh produce for Lowcountry neighbors who experience food…
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Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers announce 2023 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
May 11, 2023
All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food donations near their mailboxes on Saturday, May 13 for distribution to our food-insecure neighbors The 31st annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp…
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Ingevity sponsors full year of Lowcountry Food Bank Fresh for all events for sixth consecutive year
May 4, 2023
Farmer’s market-style, mobile, fresh produce distributions provide our neighbors with fresh, healthy food! For the sixth consecutive year, Ingevity is sponsoring an entire year of monthly Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB)…
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LaCorata Beverage LLC makes substantial donation of Graasi Organic Barley Water to Lowcountry Food Bank for distribution to partner agencies
March 20, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that LaCorata Beverage has made a substantial donation of 16 ounce Graasi Organic Barley Water bottles to Lowcountry Food Bank. Lowcountry Food Bank is…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation appoints Milton Irvin as new board member
March 10, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Directors as of January 2023. Milton Irvin, of Bluffton, South Carolina, earned his MBA…
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Lowcountry Food Bank raises $550,000 to fight childhood hunger at its 24th annual Chefs’ Feast gala
March 1, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank’s (LCFB) 24th annual Chefs’ Feast gala was held on Sunday, February 26th, 2023, at Trident Technical College in North Charleston. 480 community partners and guests attended to…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s 24th Annual Chefs’ Feast to Fight Childhood Hunger
February 3, 2023
Sponsorships are available to support Lowcountry Food Bank Childhood Hunger programs Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that its 24rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Sunday, February 26th,…
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Denise Hines joins Lowcountry Food Bank as Chief Financial Officer
January 9, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that Denise Hines has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This critical role directs the financial and accounting practices of LCFB. These…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s Kara Moore named to No Kid Hungry’s Out of School Time Meals Champion Cohort
January 4, 2023
Lowcountry Food Bank‘s Director of Child Hunger Programs, Kara Moore, has been named to No Kid Hungry’s 2023 Out of School Time Meals Champion Cohort. Kara Moore is one of…
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Lowcountry Food Bank and Bank of America bring holiday cheer, continue employee booster campaign partnership
December 22, 2022
Bank of America contributed $70,000 and hands-on support to help curb hunger amidst this year’s challenging economic circumstances Bank of America and Lowcountry Food Bank have partnered throughout this year…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives American Fundraising Foundation Golden Pear Grant
December 16, 2022
The American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund) announced recipients this week of the 2022 Golden Pear Grants during a live stream on Facebook in a record breaking $250,000 distribution of funds and…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $10,000 grant from Truist Foundation
November 28, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank received a $10,000 grant from Truist Foundation to conduct three mobile pantry food distributions in the coastal South Carolina area that Lowcountry Food Bank serves. “Our food-insecure…
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Hendrick Automotive Group donates $75,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank
November 16, 2022
Hendrick Automotive Group makes donation presentation to Lowcountry Food Bank; Hendrick Automotive Group and Charleston Battery pack 1,000 Meals for food-insecure Lowcountry neighbors Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Hendrick Automotive…
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Lowcountry Food Bank raises more than $90,000 at 2nd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger
September 23, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank announced that its 2nd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger raised more than $90,000 to procure food for Lowcountry neighbors who face hunger, which equates to 540,000 meals.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Horry County partner agencies receive food pantry makeovers from Food Lion Feeds
September 21, 2022
The Great Pantry Makeover Supports Neighbors in Need Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) partner agencies St. Delight Community Outreach and Churches Assisting People (CAP) received supplies and funds from Food Lion Feeds…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s 2022 Agency Conference helps empower its partner agencies and food pantries to better serve food-insecure neighbors
August 23, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held its fourth Agency Conference at NewSpring Church in North Charleston this month. LCFB procures, then distributes healthy food to nearly 250 partner agencies, including on-site…
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Updated! Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 2nd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger
August 15, 2022
Let’s Unite to Feed the Lowcountry! Join us on Sunday, September 18 at Wannamaker Park in N. Charleston for a fun-filled, family-friendly day 5k walk, 1-mile fun-loop walk, food drive,…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces Harriet P. McDougal board room unveiling
August 9, 2022
Ms. McDougal Makes Largest, One-Time Gift in Lowcountry Food Bank History Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that it received a transformational financial gift from Harriet P. McDougal to help…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives an additional $20,000 grant from Bank of America to continue fight against hunger in Coastal South Carolina
June 29, 2022
Latest Grant Funding and Volunteer Efforts are Part of Bank of America’s Longstanding Partnership and Commitment to Lowcountry Food Bank Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today it has received a…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation appoints four additional board members
June 27, 2022
New Board Members Bring Deeper Philanthropic, Development, and Non-Profit Expertise to Foundation The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today the appointment of four new board members to the Lowcountry Food Bank…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $75,000 from Morgan Stanley Foundation to increase food choices for families
June 9, 2022
Donation Will Help Children and Families Facing Hunger in Hampton, Colleton, Jasper, Williamsburg, and Georgetown counties Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced it received a $75,000 grant from the Morgan Stanley…
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30th Annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive brings in 27,000 pounds of food for Lowcountry Food Bank
May 25, 2022
The 30th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive took place nationally and in Charleston on Saturday, May 14. This event is the largest one-day food…
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Lowcountry Food Bank and the National Association of Letter Carriers announce 2022 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
May 5, 2022
All households encouraged to leave shelf-stable food donations near their mailboxes on Saturday, May 14 for distribution to our food-insecure neighbors The 30th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s sustainability work rescues nutritious food for neighbors who are food insecure
April 25, 2022
LCFB recovered more than 20 million pounds of food last year that might have been otherwise wasted. Surrounding Earth Day, recognized every year in April, Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is…
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Lowcountry Food Bank, Walmart, Sam’s Club and Feeding America launch Fight Hunger. Spark Change. Campaign to combat hunger in the Lowcountry
April 19, 2022
Walmart and Sam’s Club Continue Their Commitment to Address Food Insecurity in the Lowcountry through the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. Campaign You Can Help. The most recent Fight Hunger. Spark…
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Lowcountry Food Bank earns national recertification from AIB International – food safety audit ensures high standards
March 23, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank announced that it passed stringent food safety inspections this month by the American Institute of Baking International (AIB) at all three of its regional distribution centers in…
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23rd Annual Lowcountry Food Bank Chefs’ Feast raises $440,834 to fight childhood hunger
March 9, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) held its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala on Sunday, February 27th, 2022 at the Trident Technical College Thornley Campus in North Charleston. The Lowcountry community also…
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Lowcountry Food Bank announces its 23rd Annual Chefs’ Feast to Fight Childhood Hunger
February 10, 2022
Sponsorships are available to support Lowcountry Food Bank Childhood Hunger programs Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that its 23rd annual Chefs’ Feast gala will be held on Sunday, February 27th,…
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Lowcountry Food Bank names three new Board members
January 10, 2022
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced that three new Board members have joined its Board of Directors: Mark Crocker, Rick Redden, and Dr. Kimberly Butler Willis. The LCFB Board is comprised…
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Lowcountry Food Bank hires Teresa Johnson as Director of People and Culture
January 7, 2022
The Lowcountry Food Bank, whose mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, is pleased to announce the hiring of Teresa Johnson…
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Lowcountry Food Bank celebrates two millionth meal prepared in its Zucker Family Production Kitchen
December 14, 2021
Lowcountry Food Bank celebrated on December 9 its preparation of the two millionth meal created in its Zucker Family Production Kitchen. Anita Zucker – Chair and CEO of the InterTech…
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Gullah Geechee meals delivered from SkyMarket prepared by Chef BJ Dennis
November 20, 2021
Portion of proceeds benefit Lowcountry Food Bank Lowcountry Food Bank announced that SkyMarket partnered with Chef BJ Dennis on Wednesday to prepare authentic Gullah Geechee meals that were delivered to…
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Hendrick Automotive Group presents Lowcountry Food Bank with $50,000 from year-long employee-fueled fund drive
November 9, 2021
NASCAR driver Kyle Larson was on-site to help celebrate Hendrick employee fund drive The Lowcountry Food Bank announced that Hendrick Automotive Group donated $50,000 on October 27 to help feed…
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Boeing donates $150,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank to support childhood hunger programs
November 8, 2021
At a Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) food distribution at Devon Forest Elementary School in Goose Creek recently, The Boeing Company announced a donation of $150,000 to LCFB’s childhood hunger programs.…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation and Endowment established to support long-term viability of organization
October 6, 2021
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today the establishment of the Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation and the Patricia S. Walker Endowment to provide a permanent, sustainable source of income to supplement…
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