Local hunger relief organization receives $80,000 donation

A major hunger-relief organization that serves El Dorado, Nevada and Placer counties just received a much-needed $80,000 donation. Feeding the Foothills (FTF) announced its organization received the donation from Caliber Collision in honor of Hunger Action Month. Officials from FTF said this donation will help provide thousands of meals for families, children and seniors facing food insecurity in the region. More than 40 Caliber employees joined the check presentation at FTF's Roseville warehouse to highlight their company's commitment to ending hunger locally. The contribution is part of Caliber's 14th annual Restoring You™ Food Drive, which raised more than $1.3 million nationwide this year, supporting more than 200 food banks and providing 8.5 million meals in 41 states. "Caliber's generosity shows the power of communities and companies stepping up together to make hunger solvable," said Lisa Heinrich, director of development for Feeding the Foothills. "This donation will have a direct impact on thousands of neighbors who aren't sure where their next meal will come from." Peter Abeyta, regional manager for Caliber Collision, known as a "Hunger Hero" for his leadership in supporting hunger relief efforts, added: "Our 2025 food drive was the most successful one we've ever had as a company. I had a stretch goal to double last year's amount … and here we are: $81,000. Almost 500,000 meals can be purchased with this amount. It's an honor to be able to do this." Hunger Action Month, led nationally by Feeding America each September, calls on people across the country to raise awareness of food insecurity and inspire collective solutions. Millions of households face hunger every year, and local food banks like FTF are vital in providing relief and hope.