Community Food pantries and programs near you Amira Bell Amira Bell
Reporter · Saratoga Springs, NY
Amira has a background in sociology and communications from the University of Vermont. She has worked for community-focused publications and is dedicated to highlighting the diverse voices and events that make Saratoga Springs unique.
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REGIONAL — Family and individuals in need of food assistance are encouraged to stop by or reach out to the following organizations for help. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York also has a changing schedule of area food distribution dates, which can be found online at
regionalfoodbank.net
(call 518-786-3691 for details).
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