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Staffords' Generous Gift Aids Food Pantry
4 Nov
Summary
- Matthew and Kelly Stafford donated to the West Valley Food Pantry.
- The pantry serves over 800 households weekly with groceries.
- Los Angeles faces significant food insecurity challenges.
Matthew and Kelly Stafford have once again demonstrated their commitment to community support through a generous donation to the West Valley Food Pantry. This thoughtful contribution arrives as the holiday season looms, a period when many households face increased financial strain and food insecurity.
The West Valley Food Pantry, located in the San Fernando Valley, provides essential food and services to those in need. The organization operates a drive-through pantry five days a week, distributing approximately 15,000 pounds of food weekly to over 800 households. They also run a senior food delivery program and offer shelf-stable food to individuals experiencing homelessness.
This act of kindness from the Staffords aligns with their history of philanthropy. In March 2020, they committed $100,000 to support Forgotten Harvest and the Detroit Public Schools Community District, arranging meals for hospital workers and first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their past efforts also included supporting their former home community during their time with the Detroit Lions.
Los Angeles County, particularly the San Fernando Valley, grapples with substantial food insecurity. A 2021 report indicated that nearly 516,000 households in Los Angeles struggle with food access, with over 95,000 of those located in the San Fernando Valley alone. In 2024, the West Valley Food Pantry distributed 900,000 pounds of groceries to 97,000 individuals.
