The Storehouse has determined that it needs 500 individuals to commit to donation $30 each month to meet all the food needs of the people it has been serving in the past 10 years. In my short time here at The Storehouse, I have been surprised by the number of intakes I have done personally in addition to what the other volunteers have done. The need is not lessening. The economy and job loss brought an increase in 2008-2009 of the number of individuals and families being served. However, there are so many individual's who have not found a job and their unemployment has run out. Families are finding bills piling up, food missing from their cupboards and children growing out of their clothes.
The Storehouse could easily purchase $15,000 worth of food each month and still have times during the month when the shelves are running bare. Why? Because of the high demand of need in the families of Henderson County. Despite many preconceived notions that may be floating around, the demographics of the needy in Henderson County hit every race, religion and income bracket. One bad month leads to another bad month and that leads to a visit to Interfaith Assistance Ministry, Salvation Army and other agencies who will refer the family to The Storehouse.
Consider becoming a Storehouse Pantry Partner to help those who have needs in their lives in Henderson County. It is a huge commitment, but it is a commitment that is very necessary and will be an incredible blessing in your life.
The Storehouse
828-692-8300
thestorehouse@bellsouth.net
http://storehouseonline.org
Reaching People Right Here, Right Now
Dannielyn
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