Quavo held the second annual Huncho Farms in partnership with the Atlanta Neighborhood Meals Financial institution and the Atlanta Metropolis Council.
On Thursday, the Atlanta rap star and his Quavo Cares basis invited native households and handled them to a vibrant market with tents impressed by native farmers serving contemporary produce, meat, bread, pastries, and extra. There was additionally dwell music and holiday-themed actions for friends to take part in.
“I’m so grateful that Quavo and the Quavo Cares Basis selected this group for his or her Huncho Farms occasion this yr,” stated Councilwoman Andrea Boone. “This neighborhood is located in a meals desert, the place an enormous variety of grandparents are elevating their grandchildren. Meals prices are exorbitant, making it tougher for individuals to handle their primary wants.”
She added, “This farmer’s market-style meals drive will help many hard-working individuals who need to have wholesome, contemporary meals and vegetable choices this vacation season. Due to the generosity of the Quavo Cares Basis, our residents will take pleasure in a fantastic Christmas dinner.”
The primary installment of Quavo Cares occurred after the rapper hosted a pair of drive-thru Thanksgiving handouts the place native households obtained turkeys, vacation meals, important home items, and GoPuff reward playing cards. After the drive-thru’s success, the occasion grew and finally grew to become Huncho Farms.
The muse has already made strides in partnerships with varied firms to fight meals insecurities, together with Walmart, Feeding America, New Bethel Ministries, and the Atlanta Neighborhood Meals Financial institution.