A donation challenge to raise funds to help local families struggling to put food on the table has been extended through Friday.
The nonprofit Bucks County Opportunity Council announced that philanthropists Jean Epstein and Marlene Epstein have expanded and strengthened their challenge to their communities.
Last month, the Epsteins matched every dollar donated up to $10,000 to the Bucks County Council of Opportunity food program through the end of July.
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But due to the need and generosity of Bucks County, Epstein has extended the donation challenge through this Friday.
“If the community can raise a total of $75,000, Gene and Marlene will donate an additional $25,000. Raise a total of $100,000 to support the family.
The nonprofit recently said the challenge raised more than $30,000.
Erin Lucos, executive director of the Bucks County Opportunity Council, said: “Every dollar helps put food on the table for families in need right now. doing.”
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In 2020 and 2021, the program distributed 3.5 million pounds of food to low-income Bucks counties.
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The Bucks County Opportunity Council reports a recent increase in visits to Food Pantry and Fresh Connect events across the county. The need has increased as inflation has skyrocketed and hurt family wallets.
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Gene Epstein said, “You don’t have to look far to understand that people using bonds make sacrifices just to survive. Too many people are food insecure.” Too many people cannot afford to put food on the table, too many people are in need and we must do all we can to help them.”
In addition, the Epsteins are sponsoring 43 children through the Bucks County Council of Opportunities Back to School Program.
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With the help of Mr. and Mrs. Epstein, students will be matched with stores with gift cards so they can prepare for the upcoming school year.
To donate to the food program, visit BCOC.org.
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