It takes a special kind of person to steal from hungry kids. One of the local tv stations reported in some cases the kids weren’t fed anything.
I’m glad she and her friends have been indicted. I hope a long prison term is in her future.
UPDATE: Three people have been indicted for fraudulent billings in the USDA-financed summer feeding program to fight hunger among poor kids in a scheme that allegedly raked more than $1 million into the pockets of those indicted.
The indictment said Jacqueline Mills, a sponsor of feeding programs at three sites in Helena and Marianna, had received a total of $2.5 million in meal reimbursements, but the figure was inflated and covered up on account of her bribes to two state agency workers.
“It’s extremely disappointing to learn that people were reportedly cheating a program that feeds hungry children, especially in a state that has one of the highest rates of childhood hunger in the country,” said DHS Director John Selig. “We appreciate all the work to help us root out the bad actors so other providers can continue to ensure kids have adequate food when they aren’t in school.”
Selig said it was particularly disheartening to learn that current and former employees are alleged to be involved. With any growing program, he said people may look for ways to take advantage of its success. However, Selig said it is DHS’s responsibility to do as much as possible to prevent, detect and pursue program fraud, and he thanked employees who raised concerns about Mills.
As a result of the fraudulent activity uncovered, additional steps have been taken to strengthen the oversight capacity of the Special Nutrition Unit.
Glad they caught them.
There are a lot of people helping impoverished kids.Bikes for Tykes gave out several dozen bikes for Christmas.
Toys for Tots , and Coats for Kids are an annual tradition.
I live in a fairly poor state. But theres always been a strong interest in giving. Especially for the kids.
Anyone who does anything to help a child in his life is a hero to me. Fred Rogers
How could someone even live with themselves after doing this? To steal the food right out of a kids mouth. This lady was administering the program in two different towns.,