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United Way of Greater High Point
201 Church Ave, High Point, NC 27262
News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 20, 2016
Celebrate the First Harvest of the Burns Hill Community Garden
United Way and Burns Hill Neighborhood Association Host Harvest on the Hill
HIGH POINT, N.C. --- The first crop of the Burns Hill community garden is ready for
harvest, and it is time to celebrate. The United Way of Greater High Point and the Burns Hill
Neighborhood Association are hosting Harvest on the Hill. This event will unify and
empower the community by bringing people together to promote health, fellowship and
awareness. The inaugural Harvest on the Hill takes place Thursday, June 30, from 6-8 p.m.
at Baldwin’s Chapel Seventh Day Adventist Church.
“One out of every four High Point residents does not have access to good quality
food,” said Carl Verling, executive director of the Greater High Point Food Alliance. “Low
cost food is mostly processed and high in sodium and carbohydrates. This does not make
for a healthy meal.” Harvest on the Hill will help combat food insecurity by educating the
community on healthier food choices that can be found in the Burns Hill community
garden.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Shondale Clark
Media Relations
Phone: 252- 578- 2567
Email: Clarks14@highpoint.edu

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Harvest on the Hill includes a chef prepared meal featuring fresh produce harvested
from the Burns Hill community garden. This is a free, family fun and community fellowship
event, which will include door prizes and a catered dinner.
About United Way of Greater High Point - The United Way of Greater High Point works
with the business community, volunteers, and its 28 local partner agencies to develop
resources and partnerships that address critical human service needs in our community.
United Way-funded programs help children learn and families thrive, build self-sufficiency
and financial stability, create stronger and safer neighborhoods, and improve the health of
our communities throughout High Point, Archdale, Trinity, and Jamestown. Visit The United
Way of Greater High Point at www.unitedwayhp.org.
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