Generous Helpings Fundraiser to Meet Growing Needs

Lorain, OH - Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio hosted its ninth annual Generous Helpings culinary fundraising event, and raised critical dollars to meet growing need, and find key funding for its new building.  Back in 2004, Second Harvest was distributing about 17,000 meals, now the need has grown to 60,000 meal a month in 2014.  The Generous Helpings event featured 18 local chefs, who served signature dishes using locally grown produce.  More than 400 attended the event, which also featured a cooking demonstration, live music, and a silent auction.  www.fundraising-ideas.org