Community Corner
SHELTER Inc.'s Thanksgiving Food Drive
150 Volunteers Join Together to Feed
Homeless for Thanksgiving
Event: Over 150 community volunteers, such as faith
groups, schools, businesses, service clubs and families will join together to
feed low-income residents of Contra Costa County this weekend. Over 4,000 lbs.
of food and other groceries will be sorted and delivered to 200 households in
our community through SHELTER, Inc.’s Thanksgiving drive on Saturday, November
23rd.
How can you help? We are in need of $10-$20
gift cards for turkeys and fresh produce. Please deliver to SHELTER,
Inc.’s main office at 1815 Arnold Drive, Martinez.
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When: Saturday, November 23, 2013 - 8:00 a.m. –
12:00 p.m.
Where: SHELTER, Inc. Main Office
- 1815 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA 94553
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Who is SHELTER, Inc.? The mission of SHELTER, Inc.
is to prevent and end homelessness among low-income residents of Contra Costa
County by providing resources that lead to self-sufficiency.
Why: The economic crisis continues for many
families in our community. A layoff, foreclosure, health crisis, or unexpected
setback creates the perfect storm for homelessness. People are struggling to
provide the basic necessities such as food, clothing and shelter to loved ones
this holiday season.