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Million Youth March of Charlotte helps those in need

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — An uptown group is trying to do more than just feed the homeless, they are focusing on helping those serving meals.

One after another, dozens of people, many who are homeless, shuffled through line in uptown Charlotte Sunday for a warm meal.

"I like giving back. I feel like the people who don't have stuff are the most important people,” volunteer Raheem Jackson said.

Jackson, a high school sophomore, has been a volunteer with the Million Youth March of Charlotte since it started

It's one of the groups that has united to feed the less fortunate.

“It's kind of emotional to see what people go through, just to see them getting food,” Jackson said. “It brings a good feeling to my heart to know we're helping people who don't have stuff."

Sunday’s meal included all the southern fixins, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, biscuits and more.

Organizers of the group said the efforts serve two purposes. In addition to helping the community, it keeps teens involved in positive experiences surrounded by good role models.

“We just want to do always do that which we can,” said minister Biship Hop. “We're in a position to help and we try to help. We try to bless. We try to feed."

The Million Youth March of Charlotte was formed to encourage unity in the city, and to encourage teens and young adults to get involved in the community and to keep them away from crime.