Operators of small food distribution programs see a greater need for their services

Across New Hampshire, they’ve seen a spike in demand

By: Jon Decker

Outlets: Granite State News Collaborative

Published: December 15, 2025

Words: 1,141

Last Updated: 4 weeks ago

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“It’s local,” said Kathy Sorell, founder and operator of Restoration Acres, a food-focused nonprofit she runs out of her home in Meredith.

Sorell started the organization to help out neighbors during the pandemic under the basic rule of no questions asked.

“We started doing this not really intending for it to become as big as it is,” Sorell said. “It started out just taking leftovers from our meals and …

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