Did you need a haircut? How about a manicure or pedicure? Would you trade a can of green beans for it?
Did you need a haircut? How about a manicure or pedicure? Would you trade a can of green beans for it?
Today until 4 p.m. Remington College, located at 118 Rue Fontaine in Lafayette, is partnering with FoodNet in a food drive. For one non-perishable food item - meaning a box of food or a canned good, something that will keep - one of Remington College's student will provide you with a manicure, pedicure or haircut.
Call Remington College at 984-9490 for more about today's program.
FoodNet has been operating as a 501 nonprofit since 1987. Through its efforts it serves Faith House, the Children's Shelter, St. Joseph's, Acadiana Cares, The Ark and several more that need to provide food for the more susceptible people in our community. According to its mission statement, "Foodnet The Greater Acadiana Food Bank is dedicated to providing food to those in Lafayette Parish who have a genuine need. We are committed to providing this needed service in a manner that is accountable and compassionate. Our desire is to work in collaboration with other partners to properly address hunger wherever it exists in our community and to involve the community in the process."
FoodNet hosts several food drives every year. For more information on what it does or to help visit FoodNet's website.