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Thousands of families in Florida can access free food this December thanks to the efforts of organizations dedicated to assisting those with low incomes.
According to the Cause IQ portal, the state has a network of 259 food banks and pantries, primarily located in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, that assist residents in need.
Interested individuals can obtain both fresh and preserved food supplies at distribution points located in various counties.
So far this month, several solidarity initiatives have taken place. On December 12, food was distributed in Miami (Jessie Trice Community Health System) and in Gainesville, in Alachua County.
Two days later, events took place in Homestead, Delray Beach (Palm Beach), and Miramar (Broward) throughout the morning.
To benefit from these initiatives, certain requirements must be met: presenting a valid identification or proof of residency in Florida, and demonstrating that the person has limited income or participates in social assistance programs in the United States.
Additionally, the application must be submitted through the Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency of the Florida Department of Children and Families, either digitally, by mail, or at a Department of Children and Families center.
With the arrival of the year-end season, initiatives to combat hunger in the region increase through the distribution of Christmas baskets.
This week in Miami, the United States Latin Chamber of Commerce (CAMACOL) distributed its traditional Christmas "jabas" at its headquarters located at 1401 West Flagler Street.
According to Telemundo, the organization planned to distribute Christmas baskets to 750 families, an increase from the previous year.
The contents of the "jabas" included meat, rice, beans, pasta, bread, milk, soft drinks, condiments, canned goods, sweets, and cleaning products, with an estimated value of $300.
The distribution was carried out using a self-service system to ensure the safety and efficiency of the process, without providing baskets to families who arrived on foot.
Vehicles began lining up at 5:00 AM, and delivery was made on a first-come, first-served basis until the available baskets were exhausted.
CAMACOL has received support from various companies and sponsors to carry out this initiative, including Publix, Sedano's Supermarkets, Presidente Supermarkets, Goya Foods of Florida, and Coca-Cola Beverages of Florida.
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