WATSONVILLE, CALIF – The California Strawberry Commission (CSC) will kick off a five-day community outreach event in the Los Angeles area on National Night Out August 1, 2017 at Pershing Square at 5:00 p.m. to connect local communities with California strawberry farmers, share unique strawberry dishes, while also raising funds for No Kid Hungry. All food truck proceeds will go to the Los Angeles branch of Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry® campaign.
“California communities are home to hundreds of strawberry farmers who grow 90 percent of the nation’s strawberries,” said Carolyn O’Donnell, communications director, California Strawberry Commission. “Getting out into the community gives us an opportunity to help make a real connection between strawberry family-farmers and local families in the Los Angeles area.”
Throughout the week, there will be opportunities to purchase strawberry dishes to benefit No Kid Hungry, along with opportunities to enjoy free strawberry samples.
Food truck stops selling strawberry dishes with proceeds benefiting No Kid Hungry include:
August 1, 5-10 p.m. – Pershing Square
August 5, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – LA Plaza at Olvera Street
August 5, 6-9 p.m. – Los Alamitos Music and Movies event
Food truck stops offering free samples include:
August 2, 5-9 p.m. – Downtown Long Beach at The Current
August 3, 5-9 p.m. – San Pedro Artwalk
August 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Pershing Square
August 4, 4-8 p.m. – LA Plaza Summer Concert at Olvera Street
About California Strawberry Commission
A state government agency located in Northern California charged with conducting research to support California's strawberry industry. With an emphasis on sustainable farming practices, the commission works with strategic partners focusing on production and nutrition research, food safety training and education, marketing and communications, trade relations and public policy. For more information related to California strawberries, visit www.californiastrawberries.com.
About No Kid Hungry
No child should go hungry in America, but one out of six kids will face hunger this year. Using proven, practical solutions, No Kid Hungry is ending childhood hunger today by ensuring that kids start the day with a nutritious breakfast and families learn the skills they need to shop and cook on a budget. When we all work together, we can make sure kids get the healthy food they need. No Kid Hungry is a campaign of national anti-hunger organization Share Our Strength. Join us at NoKidHungry.org.
Source: California Strawberry Commission
