Real Hope for the Hungry is a volunteer-driven organization that packages and distributes food in communities through food shelves, backpack programs, etc. The volunteer teams, young and mature alike, have packaged meals that have reached children and families in several countries around the world, as well as in our own communities.

According to a press release, Real Hope for the Hungry packing events gives volunteers an opportunity to contribute hands-on in feeding those in need in their local communities.

The group now has a new, domestic food product developed by food scientists for Kids Against Hunger, which means it meets the dietetic standards in the United States. This product is a highly nutritious meal is called Latin Rice Casserole.

The group will host an Albert Lea Area Pack in shifts, starting at 1 p.m. through 6 p.m. Nov. 14 in the Northbridge Mall food court area. All ages are welcome to pack the food. To sign up for a shift call 507-433-4489 or email realhopeforthehungry@gmail.com.

The meals packed will be delivered to the Channel One Food Bank in Rochester and to local food shelves to be distributed to those in need.