Foodstock began as a way to commemmorate the release of Dig the Hole. The band wanted to do something that would not only be of benefit to those in need in our community, but also would bring the community together in new ways. We're very pleased to report the event was an astounding success!

Thanks to the generosity of numerous area businesses the event wsa produced cost-free, so that every penny and every pea we collected went directly to the Food Pantry. In fact, it went so well, we've been asked to work with a supporting committee of strong supporters of the cause to produce a second, and much larger, event at the end of the summer.

As of this writing Foodstock has raised more than $7,500 and we're still going. We have already received commitment from a few local organizations that are mounting monthly drives, and individuals are beginning to pledge monthly donations. Our long-term goal was (and still is) $52,000 a year - a thousand dollars a week to help feed almost 9,000 people in need, based on last year's figures. When we began, we hoped we'd reach just 10% of that, and we're already aover 14% and gaining momentum.

If you'd like to know more, check out the Danville Foodstock web site, and read all about the history of the pantry, the sponsors and more -- and you can also see more pictures from the event. If you'd like to help, there's a donation button on every page. You can contribute using your credit card or PayPal account and every penny goes directly to the Danville Area Food Pantry.

Here are a few pictures from the event. For more, check out Danville Foodstock.