The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is serving up a fresh batch of grants aimed at tackling two pressing issues with one stack of green — food waste and hunger. DEP Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley announced today a new opportunity that provides grants up to $50,000 for organizations to shore up their food storage capabilities, that way they'll be able to redistribute surplus grub to those in need instead of tossing it in the trash, according to Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
With a nod to sustainability and social good, the Food Recovery Infrastructure Grants program is an investment in the machinery of community nourishment, organizations can use these funds to get things like fridges, freezers, and transport vehicles which are essential for preserving perishables.
The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank in Harrisburg, where volunteers hustle daily to feed the hungry. It's where Shirley, representing the Shapiro Administration, put a spotlight on the state's efforts to curb food scarcity issues at 11 AM today. Those interested in applying for grants, head over to the DEP's website. They have all the information, —eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and more—laid out.
