Updates+from+Mike+Garner+of+MANNA+FoodBank

Next week is the kickoff for MANNA//fest// 2010 Student Food Drive. Things are shaping up!
 * Sound Extreme has agreed to donate their DJ services and equipment again this year.
 * I have met with MANNA FoodBank's warehouse staff regarding setting up for the kickoff on September 16.
 * I have secured 30 pizzas from Frank's Roman Pizza and am checking with additional pizza restaurants for additional pizzas.
 * Soda pop, plates, cups and ice will of course be available.

I hope that each school is preparing for their skit; remember, there are three minutes allowed. Cash awards will be presented to the one judged most original and will be judged on criteria such as educational value and motivational value (for the student body as well as the community). The skit is to be one minute in length, and allows for two minutes total for set up and tear down. These time limits are critical to allow all schools the opportunity to present! We unfortunately lost our sponsor that provided the boxes for collection and packing in the past. While we continue to evaluate possible sources, at this time **each school**
 * will need to plan to obtain their own boxes.**

I have not yet had the opportunity to speak with each of you. Please advise if you have read this post, and advise if there is a time this week that I may call you or expect a call from you. I would like to touch base with each advisor prior to our kickoff meeting if possible. You may advise by sending an email to me at mgarner@feedingamerica.org or call me at (828) 299-3663 x 253. Thank you!