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Greene FRB Growing Project DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Darrell Needham The Greene FRB Growing Project is a community initiative to help end hunger overseas by supporting communities in developing nations to grow their own food. EMAIL A collaboration between church congregations, businesses and farmers, the Greene Growing Project raises funds that are sent overseas through the Foods Resource Bank (FRB) network. [email protected] PHONE OFFICE ADDRESS As a Christian response to world hunger, Foods Resource Bank links the grassroots energy and commitment of the U.S. agricultural community with the capability and desire of small farmers in developing countries to grow lasting solutions to hunger. HOW TO HELP 12806 Bluebird Road Greene, IA 50636 Individuals, churches and other organizations in the Greene area and surrounding rural communities can support this Growing Project through fundraising, volunteering time and talents, or through other creative opportunities for partnership. TYPE OF WORK Iowans are encouraged to directly contact coordinator Mr. Darrell Needham, to become involved with the Greene FRB Growing Project. Faith Based, International, Community Based COUNTIES Jefferson Page | 263 For more information about Foods Resource Bank or to learn about starting a new FRB Growing Project, please call (888) 276-4FRB or email [email protected].