United Way donates 23 commercial freezers to local food pantries

Commercial freezers were donated to various non-profits in need by United Way.

NASHUA, NH – United Way of Greater Nashua recently made a generous donation aimed at bolstering food security efforts within the community. Through the generous support of New England Biolabs, 23 commercial freezers, with an approximate total value of $46,000, have been gifted to local food pantries.

The recipient agencies set to benefit from this donation include:

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua
Boys and Girls Club of the Souhegan Valley
Hudson Food Pantry
Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County
Nashua School District
Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter
Salvation Army
SHARE Outreach (Milford)
Southern NH Rescue Mission
St. Joseph Hospital Employee Pantry
Tolles Street Mission
Harbor Care Safe Haven

This contribution marks a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity in the Greater Nashua area. The donated freezers will enable these organizations to better store and distribute perishable food items – in particular protein — ultimately benefiting countless individuals and families in need.

Commenting on the donation, a spokesperson for New England Biolabs stated, “Stewardship of the environment has always been a priority at New England Biolabs. We are thrilled to support local organizations by providing them with freezers that are no longer needed at our manufacturing facility in Ipswich, MA. By donating this equipment, we are extending the useful life of these units and recognizing the good that local organizations bring to our community.”

According to United Way President Mike Apfelberg, “Food security has been on the rise in our community as reported by our local pantry partners and programs serving children and families. In particular, perishable items such as proteins, have been in high demand. The ability to safely store these items for longer periods of time can make an enormous difference to those pantries trying to abate hunger. Therefore, the value of this amazing freezer donation cannot be overstated. We are beyond grateful to New England Biolabs as well as Law Logistics for making this donation possible!”

For more information about United Way of Greater Nashua and its initiatives, please visit www.unitedwaynashua.org.

United Way of Greater Nashua is an independent 510(c)3 nonprofit founded in 1929 to serve the residents of Greater Nashua. Its mission is to fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. United Way of Greater Nashua has received GuideStar and Charity Navigator’s top ratings for accountability, transparency, and financial management. For more information or to get involved as a donor or volunteer, please email United Way of Greater Nashua at, info@unitedwaynashua.org or visit their website at www.unitedwaynashua.org.