The Flood Law Firm and Middlesex United Way partnered to organize “Flood the Food Banks,” a countywide food drive held on August 5 that collected an estimated 2,500 to 3,000 pounds of food for 13 food pantries and food banks across Middlesex County, Connecticut. The initiative aimed to address food insecurity and support the Middlesex Pantry Project, which works to ensure year-round access to nutritious food.
Residents donated non-perishable staples such as canned vegetables, soup, pasta, rice, peanut butter, cereal, shelf-stable milk, canned tuna and chicken, and macaroni and cheese at participating grocery stores and community locations. The effort also included direct drop-offs to two smaller local pantries and generated hundreds of dollars in financial contributions.
The food drive emphasized the importance of year-round donations, as local pantries continue to serve families beyond the holiday season. Brian Flood, a founding partner of The Flood Law Firm, stated, “Giving back to the communities where we live, work, and serve our clients is an important part of who we are. Flood the Food Banks brought our team together with Middlesex United Way and community members for a meaningful effort that will help support families and individuals throughout Middlesex County.”
The event received local media coverage, including reporting from WTNH on the food drive. The partnership between the law firm and Middlesex United Way highlights how community collaboration can have a tangible impact on food insecurity.
The Flood Law Firm, founded in 2012 by brothers Brian and Chris Flood, is a Connecticut personal injury law firm. The firm’s attorneys and staff volunteered at the event, interacting with residents and contributing directly to organizations combating hunger. With offices throughout Connecticut, the firm focuses on advocating for individuals harmed through no fault of their own, including car accidents and other serious injuries.
The success of the August 5 drive demonstrates that collective action can strengthen local food systems and support vulnerable populations. Middlesex United Way’s ongoing Middlesex Pantry Project continues to address the root causes of food insecurity, but events like this are crucial for replenishing supplies and raising awareness.
For those unable to donate on August 5, local pantries accept contributions throughout the year, and the Middlesex Pantry Project provides resources for those seeking to help. The overwhelming response to Flood the Food Banks underscores the community’s commitment to ensuring no neighbor goes hungry.
