Sherm's continues 19-year tradition of donating food to the community

Continuing a nearly two-decade tradition, Sherm's Thunderbird Market has delivered another massive food donation to Feeding Umpqua. The semi-truck, carrying approximately 30,000 pounds of food, arrived with owner Steve Olsrud present for the delivery.
Olsrud, who has operated in Roseburg since 2000, sees these donations as a way to reciprocate the community's longstanding support of his business. Over the past 19 years, Sherm's has contributed roughly 530,000 pounds of food through this initiative.
Feeding Umpqua, operated by the United Community Action Network, serves as a distribution hub for local food banks. According to Olsrud, channeling the donation through Feeding Umpqua ensures efficient distribution to schools, churches, and others in need throughout the region. Each truck delivery typically supplies the program for about two months.
Program Manager Sarah McGregor highlighted the significance of Sherm's contribution, noting it as their largest annual donation both in quantity and value. She praised Sherm's ongoing partnership, citing their additional support through discounted food procurement and fundraising assistance.
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