Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell today expressed his sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the Registry’s 2024 Annual Holiday Food Drive. With the help of the local community, The Registry collected over 200 pounds of food this year.
“I am thankful that so many Norfolk County residents, including our employees and title examiners, took the opportunity to donate and to help those with hardships during this holiday season. We received a lot of pastas, sauces, soups, cereals, canned vegetables, and household products,” stated Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell.
The non-perishable food collected during the drive will be dispensed to several pantries throughout Norfolk County.
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Register O’Donnell stated, “While the holiday food drive has ended, it does not stop hunger from affecting many of our neighbors. There is definitely a need for more food assistance. Household expenses are higher due to the cost of home heating fuel and increased food costs. These increased costs disproportionately impact some Norfolk County families.”
Today, according to the latest Project Bread statistics, 17.9% of all households in Massachusetts are considered food insecure. Furthermore, 22.9% of households with children in the state are also considered food insecure. The increasing cost of housing and food are likely factors that contribute to the rising rates of food insecurity.
Register O’Donnell concluded by saying, “I urge residents to consider dropping off supplies at their local pantries. Besides food, many pantries are requesting toiletries and paper products. Dropping off a donation at your local food pantry can make a world of difference to a struggling family, especially in the winter months when the cost of fuel can play havoc with a family’s budget.”
For a list of food pantries, please visit the Registry of Deeds website at www.norfolkdeeds.org, go to the top of the menu bar, click on News and Events and then in the drop-down box click on Norfolk County Food Pantries.
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The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
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