On the cusp of the Christmas weekend and the New Year, local food banks are making one last plea for help. The San Francisco Marin Bank says it still needs financial support to help offset inflation costs, as demand for help continues to grow.
"So usually our staff gets here around 7:30," explained Rico Jones, site supervisor for Rico Jones supervisor for San Francisco Marin Food Bank's North Beach Pop Up.
Beverly has been volunteering since this site was launched. She says the crowds that form every week reflect a population in need that is often overlooked. On top of financing and securing enough food, one of the challenges facing the region's food banks is traffic control, trying to manage the crowds that, in this case, will stretch out over four hours.
"So the waitlist is full," Beverly added."And if people sign up today, they have to wait about 8 to 10 months before they get a slot."
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