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OHL Launches 'Project Shutout Hunger' to Feed Families across Ontario

September 2, 2014 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Soo Greyhounds News Release


North Bay, ON - The Ontario Hockey League today announced the launch of a league-wide initiative called 'Project Shutout Hunger' in partnership with Coach4Food, the Ontario Association of Food Banks, the Gift of Giving Back, and the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

The details of the new program were announced at a media conference in North Bay hosted by the OHL's Battalion.

The goal of 'Project Shutout Hunger' is to eradicate hunger in communities across the OHL. Starting in October, all 20 OHL member teams will embark on this eight-week program with teams serving as the hub for local minor hockey organizations and community groups conducting a massive food drive.

"Project Shutout Hunger is not only about helping feed families, it's about teaching the values of giving back to your community and being a leader," stated OHL Commissioner David Branch. "No person should go hungry and we are excited that the hockey community has embraced this project."

Over 272,000 people including 100,000 children in each OHL market are users of their local food bank. The goal of the 'Project Shutout Hunger' campaign is to collect over 200,000 pounds of food to give back to local families.

"The Coach4Food Program is thrilled to partner with a league as professional and community-minded as the Ontario Hockey League," says Founder Tom Hedican. "I believe through this partnership, we will have a major impact on hunger in Ontario and educating young hockey players about a crucial issue."

Look for minor hockey teams in your area to be collecting food and donations towards OHL 'Project Shutout Hunger'. The minor hockey team that collects the most donations will be recognized at an upcoming OHL game in front of thousands of fans and earn a practice with their local OHL team.

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