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1 in 6 Americans live on incomes that are food insecure.
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Over 12 million American children rely on food banks for assistance.
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A report from U.S. Conference of Mayors found that only 11% of those requesting emergency food assistance were homeless.
Source: Feeding America
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Woodchuck's Fine Furniture Of Jacksonville, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all the things we are thankful for. Friends, family, food and
furniture! As we all get prepared for our Thanksgiving feast lets remember all those who will go hungry this holiday season. If you are looking for ways to help...here are some creative ways to get involved.
*Dining establishments such as McDonald's, Burger King, Subway, Panera, Pizza Hut,
and Dunkin Donuts, among others, all sell gift cards, and some start at as little as $1. The next time you patronize one of these establishments, or if you are just passing one, stop in and purchase some gift cards in the amount that you can afford. Then, the next time you see a homeless person on the street, hand him or her a food gift card. A simple meal is a heartfelt gesture that can brighten the day of someone going through a tough time.
*Why not give your leftovers to those who are hungry? Sometimes it seems like all
the restaurants are in a contest to see who can serve the biggest portions. Everywhere the portion sizes are huge! You can started asking the waiter or waitress to pack half of your dinner to-go (you can even ask them to include a plastic fork) before it ever even comes to the table. You now have a wonderful restaurant meal to give to someone that needs it. If you pass any homeless people on my way home, and it’s easy to just hand it to someone out the window.
*Another way to help is by making a donation online at places like the Jacksonville City Rescue Mission. Serving the homeless and needy since 1946!! Hope begins with a
meal. Give hope for just $1.92! Did you know that $36 can feed and care for 19 people, $96 can feed and care for 50 people and $192 can feed and care for 100 people. Head over to
donate.crmjax.org to make your donation today!
Looking for other ways to volunteer? Check out:
www.volunteermatch.org and find the perfect place for you.
