Foodbank of Southern California closes as state launches investigation into former CEO
A Long Beach food bank closed after its CEO allegedly misused funds for "personal benefit," according to the nonprofit.
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Before starting his professional career, Matt attended Loyola Marymount University where he worked for the school's newspaper, The Loyolan. During his final year of college, Matt interned for the Argonaut and wrote a piece titled 8 Unspoken Rules of Being Homeless in Venice. It was nominated for the L.A. Press Club's Best Feature Award.
A Long Beach food bank closed after its CEO allegedly misused funds for "personal benefit," according to the nonprofit.
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