Charlotte food pantry expands as need grows amid school meal funding uncertainty

Charlotte food pantry expands as need grows amid school meal funding uncertainty

The need for food assistance is reaching new heights in Charlotte, as Helping Hands Food Pantry awaits a building expansion to meet growing demand. The food pantry served 858 households representing 2,858 people in July alone. Helping Hands saw 250 new clients come through its doors last month. Funding for Michigan's School Meals Program is set to expire on September 30 without a state education budget. WATCH: CHARLOTTE FOOD PANTRY EXPANDS AS SC…