Volunteers with CAP-K are putting together Christmas presents but not in the form of toys or clothes, but food. With lines wrapping around the parking lot its clear that food insecurity continues to be a big issue for kern count y families.This is necessary, this is essential because we dont have jobs, were on pension and were older now. No one wants to give us a job, said community member Andy Medina.At 75 years old, Andy Medina traveled all the way from Arvin for one thing a box of food.It will last him about a week. But with no job and times tougher than ever, Medina says its events like these that feed more than his body they feed his hope.In the heart of the Kern County Human Services parking lot, CAP-K and a team of dedicated volunteers turned compassion into action packing food boxes for families who need them most.The gusty winds didnt stop volunteers from feeding people, packing food for about 300 families.Program administrator Kelly Lowery says each box is far more than a holiday meal its a gift of relief, comfort, and hope, easing the stress that can weigh on families during the season.During the holidays, when moms and dads are working hard to maybe come up with a little extra for a toy or something for their kids and often times food is one of those things that unfortunately gets cut during times like that, said Lowery.Each box is filled with both perishables, non perishables, and snacks for every family.Resident Maria Reyes tells me events like these are very important for her as its not just her shes trying to feed, but her family of five.There is a huge need, right, and the support that theyre giving us is really important for us and everyone else who is here, said resident Maria Reyes.Now, there are more ways to help than by volunteering, CAP-K always accepts donations of any amount, simply text Feedkern to 50155.Stay in Touch with Us Anytime, Anywhere: Download Our Free App for Apple and Android Sign Up for Our Daily E-mail Newsletter Like Us on Facebook Follow Us on Instagram Subscribe to Us on YouTube ...read more read less