Grocery Outlet helped feed those in need with campaign

The Oakhurst area community recently demonstrated the power of giving, raising more than $6,000 during Oakhurst Grocery Outlet’s annual Independence From Hunger campaign.

Throughout the campaign, customers donated at the register, rounded up purchases and supported special fundraising efforts benefiting MY Club and Manna House.

“This campaign is a reminder of what makes our mountain communities so special,” said Brandon and Jessica Steele, owners of Oakhurst Grocery Outlet.

“Our customers continually step up to help their neighbors. And we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered and supported this year’s campaign.”

Oakhurst Grocery Outlet is independently owned and operated by the Steeles, who proudly support local nonprofit organizations and community initiatives throughout the year — while providing shoppers with exceptional savings on quality groceries and essentials.

The Steeles said every dollar raised during the Independence From Hunger campaign will remain in the mountain community helping to provide food assistance, youth programs and essential resources for local families experiencing food insecurity.

Midway through the campaign, Oakhurst Grocery Outlet brought the community together for a hot dog lunch fundraiser. With the help of amazing MY Club teen volunteers, customers enjoyed a great meal while raising even more money to support MY Club and Manna House.

The campaign concluded with a community celebration July 31 featuring MY Club teens bagging groceries, a prize wheel, special giveaways and a dollar-for-dollar (up to $1000) matching challenge from the store owners, encouraging even greater community participation.

The Steeles expressed their appreciation to the many volunteers, MY Club staff and teens and community partners and customers whose generosity made the fundraiser such a success.

Funds raised through Independence From Hunger will directly support the ongoing work of MY Club and Manna House, helping ensure local children, families and seniors have access to nutritious food and critical community resources.

Together, the community continues to demonstrate that even small acts of generosity can make a lasting impact.

Oakhurst Grocery Outlet celebrates 13 years in business on Wednesday, Aug. 26. The store is located at 40044 Highway 49 in Oakhurst. Phone (559) 683-7977 for more and follow on social media.

For more information on MY Club and Manna House visit mountainyouthclubs.org/ and mannahouseofoakhurst.org/, respectively.