GenWEL United, an IRS tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, announced today that it will host GenWel United Flint Harvest Fest 2022. The food giveaway will take place on November 5, 2022, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., or while food is available, at Hallwood Plaza, 4813 Clio Road, in Flint, Michigan.
GenWEL United is purchasing food from the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan to distribute food to the community in preparation for the holiday season. The event is sponsored by The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint and the CRIM, Flint Community Education Initiative.
GenWEL United’s mission is to create an equitable environment through knowledge, resources, and opportunity. “Our goal of Harvest Fest 2022 is to provide food to families for a traditional holiday meal, who would not normally be able to afford one," said Edward Johnson, the founder and chairman of GenWel United. "Last year, we distributed food to over 200 families before the holiday season. We hope to double the number of families we help this year."
According to UnitedWayGenesee.org, 60% of Black households in Michigan were unable to afford basic household essentials in their communities in 2019. In 2020, the median household income was $30,383, according to Data USA. This is a direct effect of public divestment in Flint. In addition, the residents of Flint have trouble accessing quality, nutritious food. This is a direct result of the lack of grocery stores in the community and the lack of fresh produce and wholesome food offerings at affordable prices. Therefore, GenWel United wants to help the people of Flint.
Volunteers, sponsorships, and donations are needed. To make an impact in the community or for other inquiries, please contact GenWel United at [email protected] or at (866)436-9351.
For more information, please visit https://www.genwelunited.org.
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