The 4 -day hunger strike raises the food banks from COPK for money

Bakersfield, California (Kero) – Since the financing of the Community Action Partnership from Kern (COPK) continues to disappear, a member of the organization has taken an unconventional step in order to draw attention to the urgent need for support.

• As a financing for the Community Action Partnership from Kern (COPK), a member is taken
• Kelly Lowery on a 4 -day hunger strike to emphasize the serious budget cuts
• With his online platform, Lowery strives to draw attention to the urgent need for support.

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Lowery's hunger, which has now entered the last few days, has triggered discussions about the increasing food uncertainty in the region.

In his video updates, Lowery explains the personal tribute of his protest, but emphasizes that his hunger is a small price that is exposed to the fights of the thousands of residents who rely on the services of Cappk.

“Good morning, friends. Day third day without food. Yes, I am hungry, but more than that, I focus on raising awareness of the 1 of 5 neighbors who are hungry,” said Lowery in a video with the published video.

COPK, a non -profit organization, offers families in need throughout the district of food and other essential resources.

In view of the cuts of the federal budget, the organization threatens with a lack of financing and threatens its ability to decisively support residents with low income, especially through programs such as Calfresh and the Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).

A fighting food bench

If federal financing for the Calfresh program for food banks across California is not maintained at 60 million US dollars, COPK and similar organizations are forced to rely more on donations from grocery stores. However, Lowery warns that these donations are often not sufficient to meet the specific needs of local families.

“If Calfresh financing for all food banks in California, here in Kern County, is not preserved at the level of $ 60 million, we have to rely on business more.

Although we are grateful, what we get is sometimes not exactly what we need. As you can see behind me, for example, we only have drinks, “said Lowery in a recent video.

Lowery is particularly concerned about the Supplementary Food Program for the raw material, which provides 5,500 seniors in Kern County Food Boxing every month. The program is at risk due to the proposed budget cuts, which could completely eliminate it.

The effects on seniors

The potential loss of the CSFP has bad consequences for seniors such as Thomas Solas, who has rely on Cappk in the past six years. Solas, a resident, says that rising food costs make it more and more difficult for him and others to afford the basic needs.

Without the support of COPK, he is afraid of the well -being of many seniors in the community.

“Food is becoming more and more expensive. I do not accuse the economy, but food is difficult to make,” said Solas.

Like many other community members, Solas demands measures to take measures from local officials to prevent the cuts from going through.

He emphasized the importance of the programs that COPK offers, especially for those who rely on their next meal.

“It would be catastrophic because so many people are dependent on CAPK for food every day and every month. It is a fight for people out here,” added Solas.

While Lowery continues his hunger strike to raise awareness, he encourages the members of the community to get involved by contacting local officials and pronouncing their concerns about the funding cuts.

COPK asks for public support to save important programs such as CSFP and Calfresh that serve thousands of district residents from Kern County every month.

“If you want to show your support, you can contact the number directly on your screen and contact the Cack Services line. A meal can help a needy family.” – Kelly Lowery

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