Samuels Public Library announces Food for Fines

Throughout the months of November and December, Samuels Public Library will collect non-perishable food items and hygiene products. Cardholders who donate can reduce their overdue fees by $1 for each item donated. A maximum of $20 in overdue fees can be reduced.

Items collected through November 19 will support The River 95.3 and WFTR/Fox Sports 1450’s Camping for Hunger campaign. In its 14th year, Camping for Hunger collects food and donations for Front Royal-Warren C-CAP’s pantry program. Since 2008, the initiative has collected over 176,000 pounds of food and supplies and raised over $135,000 in cash and gift cards. Camping for Hunger provides approximately six months worth of food in support of C-CAP’s pantry each year. On-air personalities will camp overnight at the Royal Plaza Shopping Center, November 14 – November 19, to raise awareness.

Items received after November 19 will be distributed to local food pantries, nonprofits, and blessing boxes in Warren County.

“Samuels Public Library’s mission is to bring people, ideas, and information together to enrich lives and build community,” says Michelle Ross, Executive Director, “Food for Fines is one way for the Library to build community through supporting the basic needs of those who live here.”

For a complete list of eligible donations, patrons can contact Samuels Public Library or visit www.samuelslibrary.net.

About Samuels Public Library

Samuels Public Library brings people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and build community. A 501(c)(3) organization, the library annually serves 100,000 visitors, checks out nearly 400,000 books, electronic and digital services, and provides essential computer access, wireless service and public meeting spaces for the community. To learn more, visit www.samuelslibrary.net or call (540) 635-3153.