$1 Million Grant for Food Banks Included in Kaine’s Budget

December 18, 2008

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The Federation of Virginia Food Banks announced today its inclusion in the 2009 state budget for a $1 million grant to purchase food for Virginia’s seven food banks. Today, Governor Kaine stressed the importance of food banks as a safety net for people suffering from hunger, now compounded by a worsening economy.

Click the file below to read the full release issued by the Federation.