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Help Yolanda keep the the Second Helping pantry stocked

Help keep a free food pantry open for neighbors in need in Charlotte.

🇺🇸 28297, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States2,644 views
Yolanda G. García
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Charlotte
Since 2019, our volunteer team has run the Second Helping every Saturday from the back of the parish hall. We started with 27 families, and now we feed 353 each week. Donations have dropped by about 58% this harvest gap, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 11 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Charlotte market and keep every receipt. Each $45 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 $2,500 goes: • Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $1,200 • Fresh vegetables and fruit: $930 • Baby formula and diapers: $230 • Refrigeration and electricity: $140 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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  • Teodoro Abad

    thinking of you and your family, Yolanda. Shared it with a few friends

    • Camille J. Mabini

      Keep going, Yolanda. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.

      • Cristian S. Luna

        Sending strength. Hope the build day goes well, wish I lived closer. I'll check back for the next update.

        • Wangari Namukasa Kigozi

          So sorry you're going through this, Yolanda. Great idea, hope you get there

          • Wekesa Collins Mwakyusa

            Sending love, Yolanda. Hope this works out for you. We're a small family in Geelong but we're thinking of you. Blessings.

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