‘In our mind, every day is the season of giving’: Nonprofit combats food deserts [Video]

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For the people who serve at Kanbe’s Markets, every day is a day of giving because there are people in need every day.

Kanbe’s Markets is a nonprofit on a mission to build a more inclusive food system in Kansas City by transforming food loss into food access.

The markets achieve this by connecting local food sources and supporting small businesses that uplift communities — one neighborhood at a time.

Tuesday, Kanbe’s worked with United Way to encourage people to donate their time this holiday season.

Jeff Light is the manager of volunteers at Kanbe’s Markets.

“This time of year, we have special volunteer events like this where people can give back the time that they have, the energy and the enthusiasm they have to people in need,” Light said.

The event was part of United Way Seasons of Giving. United Way and other organizations work …