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Weekly meals for families facing hunger in Mekelle

Teklu runs a volunteer pantry feeding 174 families; this fund restocks shelves for the winter.

🇪🇹 Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia905 views
Teklu Getachew Tadesse
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Mekelle
Since 2023, our volunteer team has run Open Hands Pantry every Sunday from the back of the old library basement. We started with 11 families, and now we feed 174 each week. Donations have dropped by about 41% this winter, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 13 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Mekelle market and keep every receipt. Each $5 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 $550 goes: • Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $250 • Fresh vegetables and fruit: $160 • Baby formula and diapers: $70 • Refrigeration and electricity: $70 Thanks for being kind about this. - Teklu
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    “Every little bit. Thought of Teklu all day after reading this. - London”

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    “Thought of Teklu all day after reading this. - Rotterdam”

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2.0(4 reviews)

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  • Humaira Mahnoor Cheema🇵🇰Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

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

  • Abigail W. Riley🇬🇧Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    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.

  • Mariana Luciana Tavares🇧🇷Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

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

  • Lily H. Peterson🇺🇸Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    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.

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  • Bryan B. Flores

    Stay strong, Teklu. Looking forward to the next update. God bless.

    • Alejandra E. Chávez

      Thanks for sharing this, Teklu. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Curitiba so I could bring a meal. All the best

      • Miguel G. Romero

        Hang in there. It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 13 years in construction I know how hard it is to ask for anything

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