A Catholic Charities food bank in Miami that's known for reaching out to the community is in desperate need itself.

Every month, Matthew 25 Food Pantry provides meals for close to 2,000 families, but now, the organization needs donations ahead of Thanksgiving.

Mike Blevins, a cancer survivor and veteran, relies on the Catholic Charities food bank once a week.

"I come here to get food. I don't make that much money, and I'm retired," said Blevins.

Blevins is not alone. He is one of thousands of South Floridians who rely on food banks for a meal. A meal, he said, this Thanksgiving will not be traditional because he can't afford it.

"I'm gonna [sic] go buy a pork. My girlfriend's gonna pay for it," Blevins said because he can't afford it himself. "By the time I pay electric, pay this, and

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