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Two local organizations help out hundreds of families in need

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OWENSBORO, KY (WFIE) -

Fighting hunger in the Tri-State. That's the goal of a partnership between Feed The Children and Speedway Children's Charities, Kentucky Speedway Chapter.

Hundreds of families in-need came out to the Daniel Pitino Shelter in Owensboro Thursday and were able to take home boxes filled with food and household items.

Lines wrapped around the parking lot at some points during the event, but those who attended say that speaks volumes.

"I thought I was the only one that needed help with something like this and coming out here today and seeing all these people with kids and stuff. You know? It's heartbreaking to see that people are struggling," said resident Sherrie Richard.

Families were given vouchers ahead of time to receive their boxes Thursday. Each family received about 50 pounds of items.

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