March to a Million Meals: Harry Chapin CEO

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WINK News has raised almost $492,000 for the Harry Chapin Food Bank to feed the community, nearly another $100,000 past our original goal. Harry Chapin CEO Richard Leber explains exactly how the money will be used.

Watch the full interview above.

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