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Hearts to Harvest FRB Growing Project DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Bob Braden The Hearts to Harvest 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 Hearts to Harvest Growing Project raises funds that are sent overseas through the Foods Resource Bank (FRB) network. [email protected] PHONE 563-285-9202 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. OFFICE ADDRESS 24280 145th Avenue Eldridge, IA 52748 TYPE OF WORK Faith Based, International, Community Based COUNTIES Scott HOW TO HELP Individuals, churches and other organizations in the Long Grove area and surrounding rural communities can support this Growing Project through fundraising, volunteering time and talents, or through other creative opportunities for partnership. Iowans are encouraged to directly contact coordinators Mr. Bob Braden, to become involved with the Hearts to Harvest FRB Growing Project. 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]. Page | 277