Last week the Houston Food Bank had a tragedy at the worst possible time. The ammonia-based refrigeration system that keeps foods cold had a leak, contaminating all of the non-profit’s refrigerated food forcing them to throw away 62 truckloads of produce, dairy and perishable items totaling 1.8 million pounds, a week before thanksgiving. Yes, this is tragic, but it also created an opportunity for help.
As part of Mariner Finance’s 2019 initiative to give back and make a difference in the communities they serve, Mariner Finance joined with Jeffie’s Choice to make a combined donation of $7,500 to the Houston Food Bank. This donation equates to 22,500 meals for their community.
Pictured left to right: Marcela Alvarez (BM Pasadena), Yolanda Webb from Houston Food Bank, Ariadna Zurita (BM Spring) and Kenny Poirrier (AVP Houston)