TRUE STORIES FROM THOSE WE'VE HELPED
"I can't stand hearing my baby boy say that he's hungry and have problems helping him with that. Many times I went hungry so that my boy will be fed."
"Supposed to be working full-time, but all employees hours were cut. Had to stretch money out, with paying all bills till the end of the month. I get some food stamps too."
"I have been homeless and that is a very helpless experience. Before this though I had the opportunity to be a Cub Scout leader and we did a can drive, the Cubs really enjoyed being helpful and I found it exilharating. Recently I had the opportunity to join the Salvation Army for a meal at lunch after their church service. I found that the way everyone pitched in was so nice and I felt welcome."
"I am trying to raise two kids on one income and I have gotten help from my family and friends for the last 5 years."
"I am trying to raise kids on one income. I have help from my family and friends or the last five years."
"Not enough money for food or too many bills to pay also. Glad there are places like these to help. I have a young child to look after."
