Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries has received a $25,000 grant from Georgia Power to fund its hurricane relief services. Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the ministry has joined the list of organizations providing aid to the areas most impacted by the storms. The nonprofit has sent food and supplies to North Carolina and Southeast Georgia communities, showing that Rome and the surrounding areas are strong and resilient. The grant is not just for the organization’s hurricane relief efforts but also for continuing serving the community. On average, NWGA Hunger Ministries serves 1,200 families monthly through their pantry and food distribution programs. One of the ministry’s most used services is its Backpack Buddies Program, which provides students in Rome, Floyd County, Chattooga County, and Polk County with food for weekends and during school breaks. To receive aid from the ministry, people need a referral at the United Way of Rome and Floyd County or the Goodwill Career Center. Referrals save the nonprofit time, as their pantry is only open for two hours a day.