For Immediate Release
Press Contact:
Courtney Davis
301-546-0157
daviscl@pgcc.edu
Prince George’s Community College and Catholic Charities Partner to Tackle Growing Food Disparities
Food Distribution Event Spreads Hope to Communities in Need on September 11, 2020
LARGO, Md. (September 3, 2020) – Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) and Catholic Charities DC partner to address the root causes of food insecurity and health disparities, with a Community Food Distribution on September 11, 2020. Held on the National Day of Service, the event will bring together residents of Prince George’s County and surrounding communities to provide food resources and education to individuals who currently lack healthy, convenient, and affordable options, including PGCC students and their families. Residents will also have the opportunity to register for a class that leads to required certifications for jobs in the food service industry.
Economic challenges resulting from the coronavirus pandemic have exacerbated food disparities in the county, creating hardship for many area residents, including those who have underlying health conditions. The food distribution event, part of a larger initiative, is just one of the many ways that the College will partner with others to create a community in which basic needs are met for all residents.
What:
Media are invited to the Community Food Distribution at Prince George’s Community College. There will be an opportunity to hear from the College’s new president, Dr. Falecia D. Williams, and county council members Mr. Todd Turner and the Honorable Derrick Davis. In addition, there will be an opportunity to capture b-roll of the event.
Who:
Dr. Williams, president of Prince George’s Community College
Joe Dempsey, director for special projects for Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
Todd Turner, Prince George’s County Council Chair
Honorable Derrick Davis, Prince George’s County Council Member, District 6
When:
10:45 a.m. – Press Briefing
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Food Distribution
Where:
Culinary Arts Center, Prince George’s Community College, 301 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774
Contact Courtney Davis at daviscl@pgcc.edu to RSVP.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all media must RSVP by September 8 and complete a health check form in order to attend the event. Anyone who does not RSVP will not be granted access. Participants must wear face coverings and practice social distancing.
About Prince George’s Community College
Named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security (2015-2020), Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) provides high-quality education and training for the progressive and career-oriented residents of Prince George’s County. From new high school graduates and career seekers to more seasoned professionals and senior citizens looking to enhance their skillsets, PGCC is comprised of students who represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and goals. Serving nearly 40,000 individuals annually, the college is the first choice for higher education for residents of Prince George’s County. Collaborative partnerships, responsive degree and training programs, and a commitment to student success enable PGCC to address diverse education and workforce development demands. For more information, visit the college website at www.pgcc.edu. Prince George’s Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (267-284-5000); www.msche.org.The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.
About Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
Catholic Charities DC is the largest independent social services agency in the Metropolitan D.C. area. As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Washington, Catholic Charities invests in communities by providing critical services to hundreds of thousands of people in need throughout the District of Columbia and Montgomery, Prince George’s, Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s counties in Maryland. The organization works tirelessly to give help that empowers and hope that lasts to those it serves regardless of background, belief, or circumstance. For more information, visit catholiccharitiesdc.org and follow us on social media @CCADW.
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