Cordova Recreation & Park District staff pose with the food donations collected by staff and community members for the Rancho Cordova Food Locker. Photo: CRPD
RANCHO CORDOVA, CA – The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is honored to support the Rancho Cordova Food Locker with a generous staff-led donation drive, gathering 866 food items to aid in the fight against hunger. As part of CRPD’s Community Engagement Program, this initiative took place during their recent staff appreciation event, where employees came together in the spirit of giving to collect non-perishable goods.
The Rancho Cordova Food Locker plays a crucial role in providing food assistance to local individuals and families experiencing hardship. Open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Food Locker has seen demand skyrocket, now serving nearly three times as many households as it did just a year ago.
“Community partnerships are the heart of what we do at the Rancho Cordova Food Locker,” said Carrie Johnson, Executive Director of the Rancho Cordova Food Locker. “The support from the Cordova Recreation & Park District exemplifies how, by working together, we can ensure no neighbor goes hungry. When organizations unite with a shared purpose, we create a more resilient and compassionate community.”
Cordova Recreation & Park District staff pose with Rancho Cordova Food Locker Executive Director Carrie Johnson in front of the food donated by CRPD staff. Photo: CRPD
CRPD’s commitment to public service goes beyond parks and recreation. Employees, board members and leadership take great pride in championing efforts that strengthen the well-being of our neighbors. This donation drive is a testament to the generosity and dedication of the CRPD team, reinforcing CRPD’s mission to uplift and support the community.
“This donation is a reflection of the compassion and generosity of our Cordova Recreation & Park District staff and board members, who wanted to personally support families in need in our community,” said CRPD General Manager Patrick Larkin. “The Rancho Cordova Food Locker has created a welcoming center where our friends and neighbors who are facing food insecurity can access healthy food at no cost with ease and dignity. We are proud to partner with this organization to address to the growing issue of food insecurity in our community.”
CRPD has had a continued relationship with the Rancho Cordova Food Locker, working together to support those in need. In November, CRPD’s Leadership, Parks Services and Recreation teams came together to give back by volunteering at the Rancho Cordova Food Locker, helping distribute food to families facing hardship.
As food insecurity remains a growing concern in Rancho Cordova, CRPD encourages other organizations and individuals to join in making a difference. For those interested in supporting the Rancho Cordova Food Locker, more information can be found on their website https://www.ranchocordovafoodlocker.org/. Together, we can ensure that every member of our community has access to nutritious meals and the support they need.