Konza Student Table celebrates its third anniversary Wednesday.
The weekly food distribution program for Kansas State University students, came about through a coordinated effort of local entities, including the Food and Farm Council of Manhattan and Riley County, St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center and K-State’s Housing and Dining Services. Food and Farm Council Coordinator Vickie James says it’s open to students regardless of their situation.
Since its creation in September 2020, over 90,000 meals have been served. Director of the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at K-State Dr. Kelly Whitehair says it’s a feat not possible without volunteers.
The program hasn’t missed a beat in it’s three year existence, having utilized over 450 volunteers and relying on other partners and donors.
Those who come out receive a nutritious hot meal and a brown bag lunch for the next day.
The event is held every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the parking lot north of St. Isidore’s on Denison Ave. Those who come out Sept. 27 will also receive cake in honor of KST’s third anniversary.
