Grubhub's 'Serving the City' Will Offer More Than 25,000 Meals to Communities in Need Across NYC
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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continued fallout from the pandemic and the rise in grocery prices due to inflation means more New Yorkers are facing food insecurity, and Grubhub's Serving the City is partnering with members of the New York City Council to help address the need. Launching tomorrow, the program will run for at least 16 weeks and expects to deliver 25,000 meals to communities in need across each of the City Council's 51 districts.
Key Points:
- Launching tomorrow, the program will run for at least 16 weeks and expects to deliver 25,000 meals to communities in need across each of the City Council's 51 districts.
- "Food insecurity remains a challenge for many New Yorkers, including residents who live in District 28," said Speaker Adrienne Adams.
- "Small businesses and restaurants are also struggling to recover from the pandemic, and need support from community partners.
- Grubhub's new Serving the City initiative will bring together elected officials, local eateries, and residents to deliver meals to those who need it most.