Looking for a way to help those in need this holiday season? You can do your part by helping fill the bin for North Helpline located at Blue Saucer, 9127 Roosevelt Way N.E., and in exchange you’ll get more than just that warm, happy feeling. You can also, have a warm, happy belly.
If you bring in a grocery bag full of non-perishable food items such as canned or dry goods for the donation bin, the Maple Leaf cafe will give you a free drink of your choice. Owner Billie Bryan writes:
Heck of a deal in exchange for helping someone who needs it, right?!
Bryan said she’s hoping to fill the bin twice before Thanksgiving, which means this offer is good starting immediately and continuing through Wednesday, Nov. 24.
North Helpline, 12736 33rd Ave. N.E., also is in need of extra turkeys as Thanksgiving approaches, and is asking community members if they can spare an extra bird for their neighbors in need. So far they are running well behind the known demand:
This Thanksgiving, millions of people in our community will gather with family and friends to enjoy a delicious meal and give thanks for their many blessings. Unfortunately, in those same communities, thousands of those less fortunate will have no food on their tables.
That’s why we need your help. In 2009, our food bank provided 750 turkeys to families in need. Due to tough economic times, this year the need is much greater. But with your help, we are confident we can distribute even more.
As you prepare for your holiday feast please consider picking up an extra 10, 12 or 14 lb. turkey for your neighbors in need. You can drop it by the food bank Tuesday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM or Saturday from 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Your generosity will ensure that more families will be able to enjoy a plentiful meal on Thanksgiving Day.
