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Feed 78 families each week at the Sunday Shelf in Fresno

The the Sunday Shelf pantry in Fresno is running low just as demand rises; $2,100 will stock it for 12 weeks.

🇺🇸 Fresno, California, United States1,319 views
Alexander S. Bishop
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Fresno
Since 2019, our volunteer team has run the Sunday Shelf every Thursday from the back of a borrowed garage. We started with 16 families, and now we feed 78 each week. Donations have dropped by about 53% this harvest gap, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 19 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Fresno 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 $2,100 goes: • Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $910 • Fresh vegetables and fruit: $410 • Baby formula and diapers: $450 • Refrigeration and electricity: $330 Thank you so much.

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  • Rakesh R. Sharma🇮🇳Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

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

  • Fatma Ebru Özkan🇹🇷Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Maurício Jorge Rocha🇧🇷Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    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.

  • Keith N. Hunt🇺🇸Verified donor
    Trustworthy helper

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • best of luck, Alexander. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.

    • You're not alone, Alexander. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

      • Arnel LopezPhoto verified

        Best of luck, Alexander. Great idea, hope you get there. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Fresno.

        • You're not alone, Alexander. Hope the build day goes well, wish I lived closer. Put this on a community board in León this morning. Take care.

          • So sorry you're going through this, Alexander. More neighborhoods should do this. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best.

            • Sending good thoughts, Alexander. More neighborhoods should do this. Greetings from San Diego.

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