Press Release
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 an additional $100K in-kind donations through its Educational Foundation.
The Lowcountry Food Bank was among the organizations selected for an unrestricted grant in the amount of $2,500.
“We are pleased to present the Lowcountry Food Bank with a Golden Pear Grant,” said Deborah Marshall, Chief Operating Officer of the American Fundraising Foundation. “Their application was very compelling, and their programs lead the fight against hunger in their communities. We are grateful for all they are doing to make a difference. The Golden Pear is part of our logo and symbolizes good health, prosperity, longevity and future happiness – all the things we hope for them and the many organizations that impact lives daily.”
“We thank AmFund for their generous donation, which means so much in a year that has brought additional challenges to our work and the neighbors we serve, including rising food prices, higher transportation costs and an inflation rate we haven’t seen in 40 years,” said Nick Osborne, Lowcountry Food Bank President and CEO. “We are steadfast in our mission to lead the fight against hunger in the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina, and the people we serve deserve access to healthy food every day. AmFund is helping ensure that our neighbors who face hunger can enjoy a healthy life while they work hard to put food on the table.”
