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November 20, 2025
Hundreds Receive Food Aid as Price Rite Expands Its Fight Against Hunger in Chester
CHESTER, PA — Nearly 400 families received food, essentials, and school supplies this week as Price Rite Marketplace partnered with Feed the Children and the Boys & Girls Club of ...
**CHESTER, PA** – Hundreds of Chester families received a much-needed boost this week thanks to a collaborative effort to combat food insecurity in the region. Price Rite Marketplace, in partnership with the national non-profit Feed the Children, and the local Boys & Girls Club, distributed boxes filled with food, essential household items, and school supplies to nearly 400 families in need.
The initiative aimed to provide direct relief to families struggling with rising costs and limited access to resources. Each family received a carefully curated box containing enough food to supplement their meals for several days. The boxes included non-perishable items like canned goods, pasta, and cereal, designed to provide balanced nutrition.
Beyond food, the distribution also included essential household items such as laundry detergent, personal hygiene products, and cleaning supplies, relieving families of the burden of purchasing these necessities. Recognizing the start of the school year, the partnership also provided backpacks filled with school supplies, ensuring that children have the tools they need to succeed in their education.
The event, held at the Boys & Girls Club location in Chester, saw a steady stream of families arriving to collect their boxes. Volunteers from Price Rite Marketplace, Feed the Children, and the Boys & Girls Club were on hand to assist with distribution, offering a helping hand and a friendly smile to those in attendance.
"At Price Rite Marketplace, we believe in supporting the communities we serve," said a representative from the company. "We are proud to partner with Feed the Children and the Boys & Girls Club to provide these essential resources to families in Chester who are facing challenges."
The collaboration highlights the importance of community partnerships in addressing food insecurity and poverty. By combining the resources and expertise of a major grocery chain, a national non-profit, and a trusted local organization, the initiative was able to make a significant impact on the lives of hundreds of families in Chester. The event serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for food assistance programs and the power of collective action in building stronger, more resilient communities.
The initiative aimed to provide direct relief to families struggling with rising costs and limited access to resources. Each family received a carefully curated box containing enough food to supplement their meals for several days. The boxes included non-perishable items like canned goods, pasta, and cereal, designed to provide balanced nutrition.
Beyond food, the distribution also included essential household items such as laundry detergent, personal hygiene products, and cleaning supplies, relieving families of the burden of purchasing these necessities. Recognizing the start of the school year, the partnership also provided backpacks filled with school supplies, ensuring that children have the tools they need to succeed in their education.
The event, held at the Boys & Girls Club location in Chester, saw a steady stream of families arriving to collect their boxes. Volunteers from Price Rite Marketplace, Feed the Children, and the Boys & Girls Club were on hand to assist with distribution, offering a helping hand and a friendly smile to those in attendance.
"At Price Rite Marketplace, we believe in supporting the communities we serve," said a representative from the company. "We are proud to partner with Feed the Children and the Boys & Girls Club to provide these essential resources to families in Chester who are facing challenges."
The collaboration highlights the importance of community partnerships in addressing food insecurity and poverty. By combining the resources and expertise of a major grocery chain, a national non-profit, and a trusted local organization, the initiative was able to make a significant impact on the lives of hundreds of families in Chester. The event serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for food assistance programs and the power of collective action in building stronger, more resilient communities.
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