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Mediapolis FRB Growing Project DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Paul Beckman The Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis Growing Project raises funds that are sent overseas through the Foods Resource Bank (FRB) network. pbeckman@mepotelco.net PHONE 319-985-2527 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 11714 Stony Hollow Road Sperry, IA 52650 TYPE OF WORK Faith Based, International, Community Based COUNTIES Des Moines HOW TO HELP Individuals, churches and other organizations in the Mediapolis 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 coordinator Mr. Paul Beckman to become involved with the Mediapolis 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 admin@foodsresourcebank.org. Page | 384