Food Drive Provides Over 779,000 Meals Since Its Inception

NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced the completion of their 12th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing food drive, raising crucial funds to support hungry children in Los Angeles County—the U.S. county with the highest number of food-insecure children.

Partnering once again with Compass Real Estate, the virtual food drive generated donations for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. These contributions provided over 37,000 meals to local children and families in need, addressing the critical gap in nourishment during the summer months when school-provided meals are unavailable. 

“Thanks to the generosity of our partners and friends we were able to make kids’ lives in our community a little easier this summer,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm. “Since we first launched Let’s Send Hunger Packing, we’ve provided over 779,000 meals to families in need. Look what we can all do, when we come together. Together, we can lift up our neighbors and nourish all the hungry kids in our own backyard.”

Los Angeles County continues to struggle with food insecurity, especially in the face of rising inflation, with food banks experiencing increased demand but fewer donations in summer months. The 2024 Let’s Send Hunger Packing drive helped the LA Regional Food Bank manage this rising demand.  

“Partnerships are essential in the fight against hunger, and we thank NorthStar Moving and Compass Real Estate for their ongoing commitment to helping our neighbors receive food and nutrition assistance,” said Los Angeles Regional Food Bank President and CEO Michael Flood. “The generosity shown through this initiative highlights the power of collective action to address the ongoing challenge of food insecurity in Los Angeles County.”

While the 2024 Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive has concluded, the need continues, and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is accepting donations year-round to support children and families across the county.

NorthStar Moving delivers unused food to Los Angeles Food Bank, providing healthy snacks for families

Los Angeles, CA, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, has once again partnered with Move for Hunger, a national hunger relief non-profit organization, to ensure leftover food and water at the 39th Los Angeles Marathon was not thrown away and wasted. NorthStar Moving gathered 198 pounds of leftover food from the LA marathon and delivered it to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. 

“NorthStar Moving Company continues to be an incredible partner in our fight against hunger and food waste,” says Founder of Move For Hunger Adam Lowy.  “We are so grateful for their support and are not surprised that they are once again stepping up to serve the local community.”

On March 17, 2024 the Los Angeles Marathon gathered over 20,000 runners from around the world. “For a seventh year, it gives us great pleasure to volunteer our team to be of service in such meaningful work; gathering hundreds of pounds of food from the LA Marathon finish line and delivering it to the LA Food Bank for those who really need it,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm. “The healthy snacks and beverages will be put to good use, serving those in need. We will soon be kicking off our annual food drive to continue the needed support to the LA Food Bank. Please join us in the race to end hunger.”

NorthStar Moving has been working with Move for Hunger since 2010 and conducts an annual summer food drive, “Let’s Send Hunger Packing.” To learn more about NorthStar Moving’s food drive initiatives please visit www.northstarmoving.com/community.

NorthStar Moving teams up with Compass Real Estate for 11th annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” Food Drive

Los Angeles, CA, June 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today the launch of their 11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive. Recent data revealed a growing hunger crisis in Los Angeles County. The online food drive is a simple way to raise the much needed funds to provide meals to children this summer. 

According to a recent survey conducted by the USC Dornsife Center for Economic and Social Research, nearly 37% of low-income families in greater Los Angeles experienced food insecurity in 2022. Due to the U.S. government’s recent cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) many families are struggling to put food on the table. In Los Angeles County, where the cost of living is high, hunger rates are near peak pandemic levels.   

In response, NorthStar Moving has once again teamed up with Compass Real Estate to raise much needed funds for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank in order to feed hungry children in LA County. “Last year our food drive was named Top Fundraiser of the Year by the LA Regional Food Bank. Our goal is to break that record this year,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm. “We believe we can, thanks to the help of our incredible partner, Compass Real Estate, and, of course, all of you. The need is extremely real and heartbreaking. It’s unfathomable that one in four children right here in LA County will go to bed hungry tonight.”

Without proper nutrition children’s health, growth and development are greatly impacted. In California, 2 million children live in low-income households affected by hunger. For some children the only meal they receive is at school. When school is out for the summer, families turn to a food bank for assistance. However, food banks often experience a decline of donations during the summer months.  

“We’re grateful for the ongoing partnership with NorthStar Moving Company and Compass Real Estate as they launch the 11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive,” said LA Regional Food Bank President and CEO Michael Flood. “Together, we’re addressing child hunger in LA County. With their support and community generosity, we can make a profound impact. Thank you to NorthStar Moving Company and Compass Real Estate for standing with us in the fight against hunger.”

“Our Let’s Send Hunger Food Drive is an easy way to move awareness into action, to assist our kids in need,” said McHolm. “Please join us to help the LA Food Bank put desperately needed food on our children’s tables.”

The 11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive is completely online and runs through July 31, 2023. Please make a monetary online donation today HERE.

All donations will directly assist the needs of our hero: the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

Partnership Assists Pets On The Move

Los Angeles, CA, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today a new partnership with Starwood Pet Travel, a leader in pet transport services with over 25 years of experience. The new partnership provides NorthStar Moving’s clients with door-to-door pet transport service during the moving process. 

Starwood Pet Travel eases the stress for both jet-set pets and pet owners during a long distance move. While NorthStar Moving provides VIP treatment to their human clients, the experts at Starwood Pet Travel roll out the red carpet for the four-legged family members on moving day. Their pet travel support team will manage every step of a pet’s long distance travel, from gathering veterinarian documents and working directly with the airline to schedule a pet’s flight, to the finer details such as incorporating pet comfort breaks; and meet and greet services at the airport. Starwood Pet Travel provides the extra care each and every pet deserves, delivering them wagging or purring back into the arms of their family after moving day. 

“When moving from state-to-state or to another country, there are more logistics to manage. Our team works closely with our clients to ensure every detail is seamless, including transporting a beloved pet to the new home,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder & Chief of Organized Living Laura McHolm. “That’s why we partnered with Starwood Pet Travel, they are the premier experts in pet transport. It’s complex booking flights and travel for a human these days, imagine booking it for your pet. Starwood Pet Travel handles everything from the required documentation, to customs clearance at the airport, all while communicating with you throughout the journey. They offer different packages to find the perfect match for your budget and destination. Starwood Travel’s combination of experience, industry relationships, technology and love for animals ensures your pet travels comfortably and arrives safely.” 

This new service can be requested individually or combined with any of NorthStar Moving’s luxury packages:  

The Toto – Riding a tornado is certainly one way to move your pets, but it’s undoubtedly not the safest or calmest. For that, we’ve created “The Toto” package by teaming up with Starwood Pet Travel. Moving is a stressful time for everyone involved, especially pets, because they don’t always respond to well-reasoned explanations of what’s going on. We are proud to partner with Starwood Pet Travel, one of the most experienced and reputable pet relocation companies in the world. With their global door-to-door service and 25 years of experience, you can have peace of mind that your loving four-legged family members are in the best of care. 

Partnership provides e-waste recycling for corporations on the move

NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today a new partnership with Homeboy Electronics Recycling, a certified and award-winning social enterprise providing proper disposal of IT assets. The new partnership provides NorthStar Moving’s corporate clients with secure and seamless recycling of old electronics prior to an office relocation. 

Homeboy Electronics Recycling provides corporate customers with electronics recycling solutions while employing people who face systemic barriers to work. As a Responsible Recycling (R2) certified company, they provide proper disposal and management of IT assets under strict guidelines. Their team recycles computers, mobile phones, printers and other devices that can’t be refurbished in a manner that protects our environment. And, as a certified data destruction service provider, they are fully equipped to handle sensitive data destruction needs. When a company is relocating their office, Homeboy Electronics Recycling swoops in to clear that metal clutter responsibly with the following services:

• Certified Electronics Recycling
• IT Asset Disposition
• Data Security

“This is such a simple way to do good. Do good for mother earth, do good for humanity and do good for your company’s move,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder & Chief of Organized Living Laura McHolm. “The United Nations estimates that global e-waste could increase to 74.7 million tons a year by 2030. We all need to do our part to stop the immense dumping of e-waste into landfills. Homeboy Electronics Recycling is making an  impact and we are absolutely thrilled to partner with them. Our corporate clients can  feel good about where their old electronic devices are headed. Not only does Homeboy recycle your company’s electronics responsibly and securely; they do so by providing job opportunities to people facing barriers to employment. It’s a win for everyone.” 

This new service for corporate clients can be requested individually or combined with any of NorthStar Moving’s “Business Extras.”  

Office E-Waste – Relocating an office space has many moving parts. One of the biggest tasks is moving servers, computers, printers and other electronic equipment. When you’re moving an office, it is the perfect time to sort through your company’s devices and discard the electronics that are no longer working. However, disposing of retired electronics is a complex process. There is Mother Earth to consider and the security of your data. Tragically, 80% of the 45 million tons of electronic waste, produced globally each year, is thrown into landfills or incinerated. This allows toxic materials to pollute our soil, water and air.  Now, it’s easy to stop this destructive behavior.  We’ve partnered with Homeboy Electronics Recycling because they have the skills to avoid landfills!   

NorthStar Moving clients can request a customized electronic recycling solution by filling out this inquiry form.