May 1, 2012 at 6:29am
Sometimes rivalries can be a good thing. A little friendly competition can even lead to change. Such is the case with Stick it to Hunger, a peanut butter drive between the cities of Puyallup and Sumner, going on April 30 - May 11.
The goal is to collect 4,000 jars of peanut butter to benefit the Puyallup and Sumner Food Banks, which will give them enough stock for several months.
Why peanut butter? True, it is a well-loved pantry staple for kids and adults alike, but peanut butter also is a great source of protein and has a decent shelf life.
This year, Puyallup Mayor Rick Hansen challenged Sumner Mayor Dave Enslow to participate in this event that has been taking place since 2010.
So what were Mayor Hansen's words to Mayor Enslow? "I really appreciate the effort he's giving to attempt to win. Even if he loses, everybody benefits," he said before offering up a wager that if Puyallup wins, Sumner should give them some of their famous rhubarb pies.
Mayor Enslow was ready with his response. "We're delighted to have Puyallup include us this year," said Mayor Dave Enslow. "Apparently, peanut butter was introduced to America in 1904 at the St. Louis World's Fair by a man named C. H. Sumner, so it's kind of in our favor."
Sumner has one question: Why did Puyallup draw the visual with the two animated jars of peanut butter with Sumner as the "chunky" peanut butter?
Don't worry, Sumner. Mayor Hansen told me he actually prefers chunky peanut butter over the smooth variety.
Find out what city collects more jars of peanut butter per capita to win the trophy, and of course, bragging rights, (and possibly pie) on May 14.
For more information and for the drop off locations, visit their website.
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Jamie Anderson said on May. 01, 2012 at 1:06pm
Great article! I'm kicking in PB for sure! Go Puyallup! :)
Anna Garza said on May. 02, 2012 at 11:14am
Cash is King at the food banks. With your one dollar they can buy 10 dollars!
So don't feel like you are being lazy by donating cash. Write a check today.
Go Puyallup!
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