Pasco To Host 25th Annual Farm Share Holiday Food Giveaway

NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — The 25th annual Farm Share Holiday Food Giveaway will be held on Dec. 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church, 9230 Ridge Road in New Port Richey. The giveaway fresh food donated by Florida’s farmers as well as meat and other items needed to make a complete holiday meal. All needy families are welcome.

“In addition to food donated by Florida farmers, we purchase hams, potatoes, canned goods and candy canes to supplement the fresh produce,” Tax Collector Mike Fasano said. “We are blessed to partner with so many generous individuals and organizations whose support makes this giveaway possible. When so many Floridians are hurting, it is wonderful to see our community come together to serve others.”

Every year hundreds of families are provided with food and other items they need to have a complete holiday dinner. In addition to food from Farm Share, donations come from Publix, Ferman Chevrolet, Land O’ Lakes Moving & Transport, Bear Creek Nursing & Rehab Center, Dayspring Academy, The Volunteer Way, Lowe’s and other organizations.

For more information about the giveaway, contact Greg Giordano, assistant tax collector at 727-847-8179 or ggiordano@pascotaxes.com.