Wilton Rocks for Food on Saturday, December 3
Last year’s event raised more than $26,000 for the two organizations. Wilton resident Andy Schlesinger, the concert’s organizer, says the goal this year is to raise $40,000.
The event will feature food, beer and a silent auction in addition to the concert. The event is open to adults age 21 and over. One-hundred percent of proceeds from the event will be donated to the two organizations.
Schlesinger said last year’s concert featured Wilton-based performers playing a variety of rock and pop over three hours to a packed house of 200 people. He added that the strong response encouraged him to make the event a tradition.
“Andy and the Wilton community have put tremendous effort into this event,” said Connecticut Food Bank CEO Bernie Beaudreau. “We know it will be a great evening, because last year’s event was so popular and this year’s event is already a near sell out. We are grateful to all who are organizing, performing in, attending or supporting this event to feed neighbors in need.”
About the Wilton Interfaith Food Pantry:
Wilton Social Services operates the Wilton Interfaith Food Pantry at the Comstock Community Center at 180 School Road in Wilton. The Pantry stocks perishable and non-perishable food items, personal care items, paper products, and detergents. For more information and hours of operation, visit www.wiltonct.org or contact Wilton Social Services at (203) 834-6238.