You’ve seen them before.
But what if...
They’re in your own back yard?
Your father. Your mother. Your children. Your brothers and sisters. Your neighbors.
Luis Mendoza works part-time for a wholesale grocer for $6.75/hour. After taxes, his family’s monthly income is $1,787. He returned the $5 bill you dropped at the gas station last Tuesday.
Lynn Johnson is a single mother. Although she works full-time and has a college degree, she has been struggling to make ends meet since her husband left two years ago. Her monthly income is $1,365. You saw her waiting for the bus yesterday.
Raymond Washington is a war veteran. Because of an injury, he is unable to find work. Raymond lives on the streets or tries to get a bed at the local shelter. You saw him petting a dog outside a restaurant last month.
Dora Parker has custody of her 8-year- old granddaughter. Her only source of income is her late husband’s Social Security payment which provides $786 each month. She used to play bridge at a church in your home town.
Patricia and her 5 children finally left her abusive husband. She struggles to make ends meet cleaning houses. You saw her waiting in line at Wal-Mart last weekend.
What can you do?
Help feed a hungry neighbor. Share a meal.
Donate unused meals or declining balance dollars. Your contribution will be used to donate food to a local food pantry. Your gift will help neighbors in need.
We can make a difference every day. Share a Meal.