September 22, 2026

Demand Continues to Grow at Capital Distirct Food Pantries

The 70 member programs of the Food Pantries of the Capital District have seen a 15% increase in the number of individuals seeking food. Their 14th Annual Harvest Evening Celebration will take place on Thursday Oct. 22 at Franklin Plaza in Troy. Natasha Pernicka talks to the Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the growing problem of hunger locally. thefoodpantries.org

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