DIRECTOR'S NOTEWith luck, spring will soon be here, and I think we all look forward to more sunshine and warmer weather. Many thanks to all of you who helped fill the warehouse last fall before the holidays. We asked, and you responded with generosity and enthusiasm. That is what makes Manhattan so special. The next few food and fund drives all happen in May. Our major events will be the Postal Carriers Collection, Project Manhattan, and the Flint Hills Breadbasket Golf Tournament have all been cancelled or postponed. All of these are wonderful ways to get involved and help those in need of food assistance. So, if you would like to be a sponsor for the golf tournament or play, please let me know.
If you would like a speaker for an event or meeting, please call the Breadbasket a call at 785-537-0730. I would be delighted to tell you and your organization about all of our activities. Warm Regards, Maribeth |
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The Mayor’s Christmas Holiday Food and Fund Drive is a community wide fundraiser that brings Manhattan together to help families in need. Hunger exists year round. The need for food assistance is most intense in November and December because of the demand for additional necessities. During the holidays the Breadbasket distributes food baskets to Manhattan families in need.
It costs approximately $40 to provide a food basket for a family of four. If you would like to make a donation, please make checks payable to: The Mayor's Holiday Food and Fund Drive 905 Yuma Manhattan, KS 66502 Your gift qualifies as a charitable contribution per the IRS code. |
Food donations are always welcome at the Flint Hills Breadbasket, especially during the Holidays! Some suggestions for donations:
Perishable Items
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UPDATE: Because of the Covid-19 the 2020 Thanksgivng meal at Old Chicago has been cancelled.
The Flint Hills Breadbasket and Manhattan residents come together for a wonderful Thanksgiving meal filled with fellowship and fun! The FREE dinner is for any and all in the community who want a hot meal and great companionship. Sit alongside your family and friends as we celebrate the season of giving. How You Can Take Part...
For more information, call us at (785) 537-0730 or email. Let us know today how you plan to be a part of Manhattan community tradition. |
The Manhattan Souper Bowl began in 1995 with effort from Bill Kennedy and area churches and organizations. The Souper Bowl encourages Manhattan residents to give canned goods on and around Super Bowl Sunday, to help stock our shelves with warm soups for the winter months.
If your church or local business would like to “Be in the Souper Bowl” call us at (785) 537-0730. |
Postponed until 2021! The Take a Swing at Hunger Charity Golf Tournament is a project held in conjunction with Project Manhattan. There are several ways to be involved with the tournament, whether you want to play in the tournament, donate an item to be give away, or sponsor a cart or hole; contribution makes a difference!
If your business would like to participate in the golf tournament or if you would like more information, please contact us at (785) 537-0730 or via e-mail. The 25th Take a Swing at Hunger Golf Tournament will be held at the Manhattan County Club on May 11, 2020. |