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Supporting Food Banks This Winter As the winter months loom and the cost-of-living crisis intensifies, it's clear that many in our community are feeling the strain. Food banks, vital lifelines for so many, are struggling to keep up with the demand. At Buxton Building Contractors, we believe in the power of community and the importance of stepping up when times are tough. That's why we're launching a donation drive to support local food banks. https://lnkd.in/ekUDfrfN

"Courtesy, kindness, justice, and love are the keynotes by which we may come into harmony with practically anybody." -- Step Ten, 12 Steps and 12 Traditions. In Recovery, we often say, “We keep what we have only by giving it away,” Everyday is an opportunity to reach beyond ourselves and focus on the small gestures of kindness for others. Whether it be bringing a friend a coffee, donating it to a food pantry, sending an encouraging text to someone, letting a car into the traffic ahead of you, or putting away the chairs at your homegroup, make time to do something for someone else today “just because.” Learn about Cedars' Authentic Recovery at: https://ow.ly/ktwi50Rmuvo

Winter is coming! And its New England so "Winter" could literally mean anything. If you are facing financial insecurity, or without a house/home, this season is particularly harrowing. During this season I will be working to connect our Generators to opportunities with Somerville Homeless Coalition to donate their time to some community service, and later this month, to donate warm winter clothing and high-need items. Being a good neighbor is checking to make sure their plates are full, and offering a warm coat before they need to ask. We're here to do both! Generate: Time - to acts of service Generate: Service - towards our neighbors and communities Generate: Warmth - to keep our community safe from the turbulent winter season. #generatetime #generateservice #generatewarmth #communityoutreach

🥫 February is Canned Food Month! 🍲 As we navigate through this month, let's take a moment to peek into our kitchen cabinets. It's the perfect time to check on those canned goods we've been storing. 🧐 Here's a small but impactful task for this week: Check the expiration dates on your canned food items. Set aside those that are still good but you don't plan to eat. Why not turn this into an opportunity to give back? 🤝 Those unexpired cans could be a hearty meal for someone in need. Consider donating them to your local food pantry. It's a simple act of kindness that can make a big difference in your community. 🌟 Let's spread the love this February by sharing what we can. Drop off your canned goods at a nearby pantry and help keep the spirit of giving alive! 💖 Remember, every can counts! 🙌 #CannedFoodMonth #GiveBack #CommunitySupport #FoodPantryDonation #SpreadKindness #FebruaryGiving #CheckYourCans #DonateToday #FeedingTheCommunity #EveryCanCounts

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Never underestimate the power of a simple act of kindness. A warm meal, a clean bed, and a listening ear can mean everything to someone who is struggling. Whether you're serving the homeless, volunteering at a shelter, or donating to a food bank, your small act of kindness can have a ripple effect that goes far beyond what you can imagine. That's why it's so important to serve those who are broken, displaced, and underserved in our communities. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. If you're looking for a way to get involved, connect with us at www.empowering4change.org or follow our blog at https://lnkd.in/g2YNX5rt.

It's been a long day at work. You battle traffic, finally get home and quickly need to make dinner. You throw some veggies into the oven, and put some pasta into a pot of boiling water. Doorbell rings, it's a child fundraising for their sports team. You do your part and donate a few dollars to the cause. Without warning, your smoke alarm goes off and you run to the kitchen. You quickly realize you left the oven mitt on the stove and it's caught fire along with the empty box of pasta. Examples like this are so common, some are caught sooner while others get out of control. Let us Help you reduce the likelihood of you being part of this statistic. #HelpIncYYC #emergencypreparedness

In our 2023 Annual Report, we take a look at trends at FISH over the past few years, particularly comparing pre-pandemic numbers to today. What we are seeing is continued growth in need, as the high cost of living paired with fewer support resources adds more and more strain for families. One area in which we have seen considerable increases is the pounds of food we distribute each year. In 2023, FISH distributed 1,560,603 pounds of food, more than any other year in our history as an organization. Our marketplace could not run without the generous support of our community. We source food from four main sources: donations from our Broomfield grocery stores and restaurant partners, Community Food Share, in-kind donations from our neighbors (which includes food drives!), and purchased food made possible by our incredible donors and by grant funding. All of these support networks allow us to stock a variety of food and personal care items for our families so they can shop for what their families need. Learn more about our work and recent trends at bit.ly/FISH23Report. #FoodBank #FamilyResourceCenter #Trends #AnnualReport

How is your storage facility getting into the Easter spirit? We've observed a growing trend of filling units with Easter eggs and contributing them to charity. 🐰🌷 #Storage #SelfStorage #StorageIndustry

It's National Organizing your home allows you to purge items you no longer use (and buy something new)! A few tips to get started include: -Boxes for donations. -Placing items in labeled sterilite containers. -Replacing old bedding and sheets. -Cleaning out the pantry and refrigerator. Good luck and happy organizing! #organizeyourhomeday #homeowners #getorganized #freshstart #organizedhome #cleanhome