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Help Ming keep the the Harvest Pantry pantry stocked
Ming runs a volunteer pantry feeding 389 families; this fund restocks shelves for the school holidays.
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Since 2022, our volunteer team has run the Harvest Pantry every Thursday from the back of a community center. We started with 21 families, and now we feed 389 each week.
Donations have dropped by about 59% this school holidays, while the line has grown every single week.
We rely on volunteers - 20 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Sydney market and keep every receipt.
Each $35 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 $2,650 goes:
• Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $1,300
• Fresh vegetables and fruit: $750
• Baby formula and diapers: $200
• Refrigeration and electricity: $400
If you're reading this, thank you.
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Sending strength. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Saket!
Stay strong, Ming. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
Praying for you, Ming. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Augusta
Thinking of you, Ming. Looking forward to the next update. Take care.