G&C Foods to Present Oswego County Opportunities’ Giving Thanks Event

FULTON — G&C Foods has signed on as a presenting sponsor for Oswego County Opportunities’ Giving Thanks Food and Beverage Pairing event, according to a release from OCO.

The event will be held November 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference in Oswego. Presented by G&C Foods and TJ Sheehan Distributing, Giving Thanks serves as a fundraiser for OCO’s 60 Years of Action. A Lifetime of Impact. initiative, celebrating six decades of service to individuals and families throughout Oswego County.

Giving Thanks offers menu favorites from restaurants, eateries and food trucks, each served with a beverage sample selected by TJ Sheehan Distributing. The event also includes a silent auction with community-donated items and experiences, a wine pull, a drawing and live entertainment by Just Joe.

“We are fortunate to count such a caring and community-minded company as G&C Foods among our supporters,” said OCO’s Executive Director Kevin Dean. “OCO’s mission is to fight poverty in many forms. The programs and services we offer at OCO help to transform lives and enhance the quality of life for our consumers by empowering them to reach their goals. G&C Foods’ commitment to our community and its support of our programs is inspiring.”

“G&C Foods is deeply honored to sponsor the Giving Thanks event, celebrating the spirit of giving back to the Oswego County community,” said G&C Foods Vice President of Human Resources Sara Johnson. “We are proud to stand with our neighbors in support of the incredible efforts of the staff and volunteers of the OCO. We share in the OCO’s mission that a commitment to inclusivity drives us to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and we are proud to support the efforts that uplift and strengthen our diverse community.”

Headquartered in Syracuse, G&C Foods Distributors redistributes refrigerated, frozen and dry food products. The release says the company offers personal service, flexible solutions and next-day delivery on thousands of products. Its U.S. operations span the East Coast, including a new facility in Alachua, Florida, and its international division serves more than 30 countries.

For ticket information and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.oco.org/events, contact Joelle Milea at [email protected], or call (315) 598-4717, ext. 1030.