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Feed 204 families each week at the Thursday Table in San Diego

Help keep a free food pantry open for families and seniors in San Diego.

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Christian P. Kennedy
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San Diego
Since 2022, our volunteer team has run the Thursday Table every Friday from the back of a school canteen. We started with 8 families, and now we feed 204 each week. Donations have dropped by about 51% this rainy season, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 6 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the San Diego market and keep every receipt. Each $50 feeds a family of four for a week. All of the funds go to groceries, fresh produce, and cold-storage costs. Where the $2,850 goes: • Fresh vegetables and fruit: $860 • Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $1,550 • Baby formula and diapers: $440 If you're reading this, thank you.
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  • Courtney Cohen🇬🇧Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Jameson J. Hernandez🇺🇸Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Na-young Da-eun Lee🇰🇷Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Sneha W. Khanna🇮🇳Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Yasir Samir Kamel🇸🇦Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    Helped when no one else could

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    Really cared about my situation

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Krishna J. Singh🇮🇳Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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  • Taylor W. Perkins

    stay strong. Projects like this are what make a place worth living in. It's not much but it's yours.

    • Teklu Ephrem EshetuPhoto verified

      Thanks for sharing this, Christian. Hope the build day goes well, wish I lived closer

      • Maryam Zahra Kamel

        Praying for you. Shared this with my family. My neighbor in Quezon City donated after I showed her your page. God bless.

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