More than 900,000 southeast Texans experience hunger on a regular basis and each week approximately 80,000 families receive food assistance through the Houston Food Bank’s network of member agencies. As the numbers show, hunger is still prevalent and a persistent problem in the region, which is why food bank officials are applauding good news from Tyson Foods, Inc. and the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC).
The partnership announced today the donation of more than 15 tons of much needed protein as part of its 1 million pound, three-year commitment to fight hunger together. Houston city officials, LULAC leadership, food bank representatives and Tyson Team Members attended the ceremony.