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BOISE STATE NEWS RELEASE/February 10, 2009

Campus-Wide Valentine's Food Drive at Boise State to Address Growing Need in the Community

Boise State University is hosting a campus-wide food drive to help feed the growing number of hungry families in Idaho. Members of the campus community, as well as alumni and friends of the university, are invited to "Have a Heart" and drop off nonperishable food items from Feb. 12-25 at any of a number of barrel locations around campus. Donations benefit the Idaho Foodbank, which provides food to agencies and organizations that help feed the hungry.

People also are invited to drop off food donations at the "swing-by" location at Capitol Village, located at Capitol Boulevard and University Drive, on Feb. 18 and 25. Boise State employees will be manning this drive-by location from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. both days. Sealed containers of pet food also will be accepted at this location to help stock the Pet Food Pantry, a joint effort by several local organizations — including the Idaho Foodbank, Meals on Wheels and the Idaho Humane Society — to provide dog and cat food for families and individuals in need of assistance.

"As one of the Treasure Valley's largest employers, we are in a position to make a difference," said Boise State President Bob Kustra. "A year ago, many would have been hard-pressed to predict the depth of this downturn in our economy. As challenging as we may find some of the latest budget news, it is important to look at things optimistically and recognize that there are things we can do to make a positive impact on those struggling to feed their families."

In addition to drop-off locations, donations are being accepted online at www.boisestate.edu. According to the Idaho Foodbank, a monetary donation of $10 will feed 30 people and a $50 donation will feed 150. The Web site will also provide a list of barrel locations on campus.

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Media Contact: Melinda Keckler, University Communications, (208) 426-1578 melindakeckler@boisestate.edu

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Last reviewed on Tuesday, February 10, 2009