Hot Table in Springfield hosts Gray House fundraiser

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Gray House teamed up with Hot Table in Springfield to kick off the 10th annual “Fill the Plate, Feed a Family Challenge.”

Wednesday, people were able to get their favorite sandwiches while giving back to the community. All the proceeds from the fundraising event will go towards the agency’s emergency food assistance program, which provides nutritious groceries to families in need throughout the greater Springfield community.

22News spoke with executive director Kristen McClintock about the importance of these specific programs, “The events allow us to continue to meet that need in the community and the ability to keep serving those who need a little extra help.”

Mayor Sarno stated, “The Gray House does such a heartfelt and wonderful job bringing hope and opportunity to our families in need. Thank you, too, Hot Table for stepping up to the plate, once again and hosting this much-needed event. Please donate if you can for it will not only warm your stomach but also your heart.”

Just last year alone, the agency was able to serve over 5,000 families a month. The next fundraising event for this monthly challenge is September 18th at Chipotle in East Longmeadow. Flyers are required for each fundraiser, which can be found on their website at GrayHouse.org .

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