The packages will be given to local people in need through food pantries, houses of worship and other agencies. The goal is for the Addison teams to prepare 5,000 packaged meals.

“During Ramadan, it is essential for Muslims to not only fast from sunrise to sunset,” Said Durrah, national volunteers manager for IRUSA, said.

‘It also is a time to reflect, to think about people in your community with little means, especially with regard to healthy food. The food box pack-out sessions enable local communities to make a positive difference.’ “