Local businesses raise awareness for hunger relief with Canstruction event on Sept. 27

Local construction, architect, engineer, manufacturer, and technology companies are creating structures from canned goods at the center of the Dayton Mall on Sept. 27 to help raise awareness on hunger in the Miami Valley, according to a release.

All canned goods collected will be donated to The Foodbank to help local hunger relief, and the sculptures will be on display until Oct. 7.

CEO of The Foodbank Michelle L. Riley said many people struggle with hunger.

“One in six people in the Miami Valley struggle with hunger. While it is easy to host a food drive to collect nonperishable food items, it takes creativity, ingenuity, and a lot of time to make art out of canned goods. Thanks to Ohio Valley Associated Builders and Contractors and Miami Township, the canned goods collected will provide hundreds of meals for our neighbors in need. We look forward to seeing the teams create their structures all while making a difference for our community,” she said.

Miami Twp. Trustee President John Morris said the township is excited for the event.

“The township is excited to be hosting Canstruction inside the Dayton Mall. We hope that people from all over the region come to shop, eat and view these amazing works of art, bringing canned goods of their own to donate. Collection barrels will be available throughout the mall. We expect to be able to collect or donate over 20,000 cans from this event,” he said.

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