“United Way, Volunteers Pack 3,000 Meal Kits for Students in Need”

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November 22, 2019

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With nearly one in every four children in Lucas County considered food-insecure — lacking reliable access to a sufficient quantity of food — United Way of Greater Toledo volunteers packed 3,000-weekend meal kits for the upcoming holiday season. Friday’s “United & Thankful” event…

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