Pop-Up Food Bank Coming To Barclays Center

BROOKLYN, NY — Hundreds of families can stop by the Barclays Center on Thursday to pick up food in the first of five pop-up food banks that will spread throughout the city this month.

The Food Bank For New York City announced Wednesday that the Brooklyn venue will be set up as a distribution center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10.

The site will kick off a series of pop-up distributions the organization is planning for Hunger Action Month.

It will include fresh produce and shelf-stable items for about 500 families.

Residents should come with a cart or large bags and be prepared for the weather, as it will take place rain or shine. All who visit must wear a mask and practice social distancing at all times.

There is no ID or registration required. NYC Census 2020 and voter registration will also be on-site.

Patch has partnered with Feeding America to help raise awareness on behalf of the millions of Americans facing hunger. Feeding America, which supports 200 food banks across the country, estimates that in 2020, more than 54 million Americans will not have enough nutritious food to eat due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. This is a Patch social good project; Feeding America receives 100 percent of donations. Find out how you can donate in your community or find a food pantry near you.

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