Fuel Crisis Threatens Meals on Wheels, Food Charities
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Rising fuel prices due to the Middle East war are causing financial strain for Meals on Wheels volunteers like Pamela Doyle, who continues to deliver meals despite the increased costs. The organization is facing a shortage of volunteers and increased fuel expenses, leading to higher reimbursements for volunteers. Other food charities, such as SecondBite, OzHarvest, and Foodbank, are also struggling with increased diesel costs and trucking partners pulling back. The leaders warn of a double blow as food demand spikes and costs rise. The government has doubled food relief funding and provided surge cash, but charities fear that without quick emergency funds, services could falter at a critical time.
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