“Those of us who are able need to step up and help.” – Elizabeth Stanton, Worldwide Spokesperson for POPSTAR!
Actress, TV host and Worldwide Spokesperson for POPSTAR!, Elizabeth Stanton, has launched a campaign to distribute 5,000 nutritious meals in the Los Angeles and Burbank area of California, teaming up with Robert Earl, Chairman of Buca Inc., and one of her favorite restaurants, Buca di Beppo, to donate meals to The Salvation Army, Los Angeles Mission, and the City of Burbank.
“It was my thought that if I could pay for some meals and ask my friend, Robert, to match our donation, that together we could feed a lot of people during this incredibly difficult time,” Elizabeth explains.
“This is just my way and Popstar’s way of trying to help the many people who are hurting now. Everyday, POPSTAR! works on reminding its fans about the importance of following the rules about social distancing and cleanliness and that someone’s life may depend on it,” she continues. “POPSTAR! will continue to spread this message and others of hope for the future as well as hopefully setting an example of trying to help others during this very difficult time.”
Mr. Earl also opened up about his reaction when Elizabeth approached him with the idea.
“When Elizabeth came to me with this idea, I immediately agreed,” Mr. Earl shares. “Food security is a huge issue, especially during this extremely difficult time, and the entire Buca di Beppo family is honored to participate in Elizabeth’s charitable campaign.”
The campaign began on April 28th, with a delivery to the Salvation Army of 500 meals. They will receive a total of four deliveries of 500 meals each day, on April 28th and 30th. and on May 5th and May 7th. The Los Angeles Mission will receive two deliveries of 1,000 meals on April 29th and May 1st. 1,000 meals are designated for the City of Burbank – 400 hot meals to benefit Burbank’s Senior Nutrition program and 600 for the PASS Program. The Buca di Beppo crew has been on-ground, practicing safety measures and wearing protective gear, to ensure that the meals arrive to their designated locations.
But their good work is far from over. Next week (week of May 4) is Nurse’s Appreciation Week and Elizabeth plans to partner again with Mr. Earl to deliver another 5,000 meals in locations across the country to show their support and appreciation for our courageous frontline medical workers.
She also passionately encourages other people to partner with restaurants and other companies that can help supply needed materials and food for those in need.
Elizabeth has actively been involved in giving back amid the coronavirus pandemic, using her platform to share reliable information and help others. She recently addressed young people at risk of coronavirus in POPSTAR! Magazine’s May digital issue, and shared some helpful tips on eating healthy while self-isolating at home. You can also catch her hosting The CW’s upcoming TV series, “World’s Funniest Animals,” premiering this summer.
