WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) On Friday, the Wausau Salvation Army is hosting a free drive-thru food box program for community members in need.
Over the past few months, Wausau s Salvation Army Development Director Ann Brigham said more families have been coming in for help. Many of those families saying it s the first time they ve ever been in need.
A factor has been the COVID-19 pandemic for so many. Brigham said everyone goes through tough times and the free food box program will help with physical and mental health by providing nutritious food.
The Salvation Army will have around 300 pre-packed food boxes ready for pickup.