AT&T contributes 17 weeks of fresh produce for the Response to Love Center to help neighbors in need in East Buffalo.

1. 130 Kosciuszko
Buffalo, NY 14212
Phone (716) 894-7030
Fax (716) 891-5474
PressRelease
Contact: Michael Gilhooly
Phone: (716) 894-7030 Ext. 137
Fax: (716) 891-5474
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 26, 2015
AT&T, Food Bank of WNY team up to donate
fresh produce to Response to Love Center
Congressman Brian Higgins slated to speak at kick-off event
As the cost of food rises, especially fresh fruits and vegetables, it is becoming increasingly
difficult for the poor on Buffalo’s East Side to provide a healthy, balanced diet to their families.
Recognizing this need in the Western New York community, AT&T and The Food Bank of
WNY have partnered to provide a weekly delivery of fresh produce to Response to Love Center.
Starting at 10 a.m., Monday, August 31, 2015, and throughout the next 17 weeks, the Food Bank
of Western New York will deliver 22 cases – approximately 800 pounds – of fresh produce,
including broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, yellow onions, white potatoes, apples and navel oranges,
weekly to Response to Love Center. AT&T’s contribution will result in more than 370 cases or
approximately 13,600 pounds of fresh produce for our hungry neighbors in Buffalo.
“AT&T’s generous contribution and partnership with the Food Bank helps us to fulfill our
mission to obtain and distribute nutritious food to the hungry in Western New York through our
326 member agencies, including Response to Love Center.” said Marylou Borowiak, President
& CEO of the Food Bank of Western New York.
“We are extremely grateful for this collaboration between the Food Bank of Western New York
and AT&T, which will provide 17 weeks of fruits and vegetables to approximately 500
individuals who rely on Response to Love Center’s food pantry each month,” said Michael
Gilhooly, Assistant Director of Response to Love Center. “It is a struggle for many of our
clients to obtain fresh produce due to geographic and economic barriers, and this wonderful

2. FRESH PRODUCE FOR THE POOR PAGE 2
donation will provide them access to nutritious food which they might not have otherwise been
able to receive.”
Giving back to the community where AT&T colleagues live and work is part of the company’s
corporate DNA. For 100 years, AT&T employees have been donating their time and talents to
support underserved populations and strengthen communities.
“Recognizing the need for healthy food and especially fresh produce for students at the start of
the school year, AT&T is proud to support the efforts of Response to Love and The Food Bank
of WNY and their programs that help feed and nourish our neighbors in need,” said Kevin
Hanna, Regional Director, External Affairs, AT&T. “This is a time when the food supplies are
the most pressured for these organizations and we urge the public and the business community to
consider making a donation to The Food Bank of WNY or a local food pantry like Response to
Love.”
Among those expected to attend the distribution kick-off on August 31 is Congressman Brian
Higgins (NY-26). Congressman Higgins has been a longtime ally in the fight to end hunger in
Western New York.
“This campaign is one of the many efforts by the Food Bank of Western New York to fight
hunger and serve those who need it most,” said Congressman Brian Higgins. “Through
partnering with Sister Johnice and her Response to Love Center these dedicated organizations
will be able to distribute fresh produce, including a generous contribution from AT&T, to those
in need and provide an invaluable service to our community.”
WHEN: The “Kickoff” distribution of this gift of Fresh Produce will be Monday
August 31, 2015 at 10:00 am.
WHERE: Response to Love Center at 130 Kosciuszko St. Buffalo.
About The Food Bank of WNY
The Food Bank of WNY is the primary hunger relief organization in Western New York,
obtaining and distributing food to 326 member agencies including food pantries, shelters, soup
kitchens, after school programs and senior citizen centers in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and
Niagara counties. Through these agencies, every month the Food Bank of WNY serves 116,821
individuals, including 41,348 families, nearly 44,000 children and infants, and 13,194 senior
citizens. The Food Bank of WNY is one of approximately 200 members of Feeding America,
the nation’s food bank network.)
~ MORE ~

3. FRESH PRODUCE FOR THE POOR PAGE 3
About Response to Love Center
The Response to Love Center provides food to nearly 500 individuals monthly through its food
pantry. The Center helps to support local families, veterans and seniors through a variety of programs,
including adult education classes for English as a Second Language and TASC high school
equivalency assessment and training. For more information on Response to Love Center, visit
http://responsetolove.org/
About Philanthropy and Social Innovation at AT&T
AT&T Inc. is committed to advancing education, strengthening communities and improving lives.
Through its community initiatives, AT&T has a long history of investing in projects that create
learning opportunities; promote academic and economic achievement; or address community needs.
In 2014, nearly $127 million was contributed or directed through corporate-, employee-, social
investment- and AT&T Foundation-giving programs. AT&T Aspire is AT&T’s signature education
initiative that drives innovation in education by bringing diverse resources to bear on the issue
including funding, technology, employee volunteerism, and mentoring
-END-
~ MORE ~