The last few days the people of Louisiana held, in preparation for the rapidly approaching state hurricane «Barry». The members of the student community Delta Sigma Theta decided early to finish the Convention in New Orleans, which was to last until Sunday — razehalis instead, on Friday, July 12.
Fortunately, the event organizers and their suppliers — Centerplate — did not waste the snacks prepared for the guests. On the same day, when the Convention came to an end, Second Harvest Food Bank in Louisiana received an impressive donation in the form of 17 thousand meals that will be delivered to victims of «Barry» after the storm.
Although their convention was cut short, these Delta Sigma Theta sisters jumped into action to volunteer at our #Barry Relief Kitchen in New Orleans today. We are grateful for the support! #ChefsForLouisiana #DSTConvention2019 pic.twitter.com/9sTxtLjyUP
World Central Kitchen (@WCKitchen) July 13, 2019
«We gave up two buffets <…>, is targeted at 16 thousand visitors. — explained in an official statement, President of the community of Beverly Smith — Huge amount of food would just go to waste».
«It’s just incredible. commented on the donation to a representative of Second Harvest Food Bank Jay Weiss <…> When the Convention was canceled, their first thought was to help others.»
By the way, Delta Sigma Theta, and Centerplate is not the only one who decided to provide the victims of the storm products. Founded by Jose Andre organization World Central Kitchen for several days delivers hot meals to shelters and police stations in New Orleans, Lafayette and Baton Rouge.
When the Sorority had to cancel a Convention in Louisiana because of the storm, «Barry», they donated 17 thousand bloodoline a few days the people of Louisiana held, in preparation for the rapidly approaching state hurricane «Barry». The members of the student community Delta Sigma Theta decided early to finish the Convention in New Orleans, which …July 14, 2019, 13:40
Today’s #lunch ChefsForLouisiana out of our New Orleans Relief Kitchen: Chili Mac & Cheese penne with a pickled onion and cucumber salad with cherry tomatoes! 😋 pic.twitter.com/lTmSfoDTtD
World Central Kitchen (@WCKitchen) July 14, 2019
Delta Sigma Theta — Sorority, founded in 1913 year and includes more than 200 thousand members nationwide, primarily African-American origin. Its main purpose, the organization considers «constructive development» of the participants and «social work» around the world.
@WCKitchen Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated were blessed to work with Chef Matt of World Central Kitchen to prep meals for those impacted by #Barry. pic.twitter.com/NtWP7yCcck
— DSTNSDCAC (@dstnsdcac) July 13, 2019
