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Help Citlali keep the the Second Helping pantry stocked

Citlali runs a volunteer pantry feeding 82 families; this fund restocks shelves for the winter.

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Madrid, Spain1,864 views
Citlali Acosta
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Madrid
Since 2021, our volunteer team has run the Second Helping every Monday from the back of the mosque courtyard. We started with 18 families, and now we feed 82 each week. Donations have dropped by about 46% this winter, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 7 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Madrid market and keep every receipt. Each $20 feeds a family of four for a week. I'll post the weekly shopping receipts and a photo of the shelves each Sunday. Where the $1,500 goes: โ€ข Fresh vegetables and fruit: $490 โ€ข Baby formula and diapers: $220 โ€ข Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $790 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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  • Dylan J. Barker ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ยท $10
  • Joya Sultana Rashid ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $47

    โ€œBlessings. Only $47 but hope it helps.โ€

  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $20

    โ€œWishing you the best. - Los Angelesโ€

  • Elena J. Franco ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $25
  • Shivam N. Mittal ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $10
  • Kai Mei Zhang ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $20
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $25
  • Dan Hui Fan ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ยท $25
  • Rajan J. Joshi ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $75
  • Camille Charlotte Remy ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $30
  • Garima H. Negi ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $50
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด ยท $50
  • Mega Rina Kartika ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ยท $50

    โ€œKeep your head up. Thought of Citlali all day after reading this.โ€

  • Kazuki Saito ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ยท $15

    โ€œKeep your head up - Kobeโ€

  • Zaid Zakaria Jaber ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ฌ ยท $25

    โ€œAll the best. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Aswanโ€

  • Nadia D. Jones ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ยท $50

    โ€œThinking of you! - Durbanโ€

  • Thรฉo Lucas Gautier ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $74.50
  • Serenity N. Caldwell ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ยท $25
  • Stella W. Juarez ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $178
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ยท $20

Reviews

3.0(21 reviews)

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  • Simona Pagano๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡นVerified donor
    Truly grateful for the support

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Scarlett Norris๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Nalini E. Mazibuko๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified helper
    Patient and understanding

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

  • Almaz Mulugeta๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡นVerified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Mulugeta Hagos๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡นVerified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Corinne Rodriguez๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ทVerified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

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

  • Janet L. Porter๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Yaw Quaye๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญVerified donor
    Outstanding person

    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.

  • Citra Nugroho๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉVerified 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.

  • Bimala Koirala๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ตVerified helper
    Outstanding person

    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.

  • Vanessa Lima๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ทVerified helper
    Amazing support system

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Manoj P. Chaturvedi๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Made a real difference

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

  • Ritu Arora๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Exactly what I needed

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

  • Evi De Boer๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑVerified helper
    Went above and beyond

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Evans Kiptoo๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌVerified helper
    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.

  • Payal Kumar๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Patient and understanding

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Esperanza Dรญaz๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝVerified helper
    Changed my perspective

    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.

  • Leo N. King๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งVerified helper
    Made me feel heard

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

  • Otieno Mrema๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌVerified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Mark Dela Cruz๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญVerified donor
    Truly grateful for the support

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Courtney Calloway๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Delivered on promises

    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.

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  • does the money go straight to the wholesaler or to you?

    • Citlali AcostaOwnerAnswer

      I get the payout and then pay the wholesaler. Every payment goes in the updates. Happy to explain more.

  • Keep going, Citlali. Gave what I could, wish it was more. God bless

    • How is Citlali doing now?

      • This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings.

        • Have you tried the local mutual aid group? They sometimes help with part of this

          • Keep going, Citlali. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

            • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Citlali?

              • Hope it all works out. Great idea, hope you get there. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. God bless.

                • Wishing you peace, Citlali. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless

                  • rooting for you. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Madrid.

                    • Take care, Citlali. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

                      • rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

                        • Projects like this are what make a place worth living in. Take care.

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