County Facts
Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina (SHFBM) strives through education, advocacy, and partnerships to eliminate hunger by the solicitation and distribution of food. SHFBM has been in existence since 1981.
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| Montgomery, NC County Facts |
- Montgomery County has a population of 27,359.
- There are 4,509 individuals living at or below the poverty level. This represents 15.9% of the population.
- There are 679 individuals 65 years and older living at or below the poverty level. This represents 17.8% of the older adult population.
- There are 1,470 children living at or below the poverty level. This represents 21.5% of the child population.
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| Montgomery, NC County Distribution |
- In 2008-2009, the Food Bank distributed over 29 million pounds of food throughout our 19 county service region.
- In 2008-2009, the Food Bank distributed 150,558 pounds of food to agencies in Montgomery County.
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| Montgomery, NC County Partners |
| The Food Bank supports 3 agencies in Montgomery County including Mt. Gilead Food Pantry, Montgomery County Council on Aging, and the Montgomery Baptist Association.
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| Montgomery County agencies are served through a branch warehouse in Mt. Gilead in addition to our main warehouse in Charlotte. The Mt. Gilead branch also serves Anson and Stanly Counties. |
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