By Kristen Yates
A hungry stomach should never be ignored, especially if it belongs to a child. In 2013, the United States Department of Agriculture reported that 17.5 million of U.S. households were food insecure, with 1 in 5 children struggling with hunger at some point in their lives. The holiday season is a time for giving thanks, being with family and caring for others, not a time to worry about where the next meal will come from.
This year TCC, the largest Verizon Premium Wireless retailer in the U.S., decided to fight back against hunger through its 300 stores nationwide. This nationwide food drive is a part of their “Stop the Hunger” campaign where employees will be donating food items and volunteering their time. Starting today through Dec. 12 participating stores encourage local families to join in the fight. Canned and boxed goods can be brought to 1352 S. Range Line Rd.
“Our team at the Carmel TCC is excited to be part of this program that allows us an opportunity to help the less privileged. It is our culture to give back to the community in a positive way,” Eric Williams, store manager of TCC in Carmel, said.
“Stop the Hunger” is part of a larger campaign called “Culture of Good” which is now in its second year of service. This past summer their efforts were enough to donate 300 college scholarships to children and 100,000 backpacks to deserving students.
“All TCC employees believe in the opportunity to give back to the community,” Williams said. “A program such as the Culture of Good enables TCC’s employees to lend a helping hand and have a positive impact on each community we serve,”
