Christmas for the Homeless

Last Tuesday night was filled with cheer, good food, and presents for the homeless. Everyone, including the homeless was in a good mood this time of year. Even though they may live under a bridge in the freezing cold or sleep on a pew in a church to get out of the weather, everyone was happy. One of the homeless was giving out Christmas cards to all of the volunteers and mentioning, by the way, he could use a little change. Even Homeless Eric got in the spirit of Christmas by helping wash the pots and pans. That was a first. All of the volunteers were happy as well. Many enjoy volunteering this time of the year by bringing their children and spending time with the less fortunate to make them appreciate what they have as a family.

Tonight we served 149 meals with the assistance of 32 volunteers. Thanks to everyone who helped wrap all the clothes and gift cards for the homeless. If you happen to go to Liquid Highway downtown and see a lot of homeless people, it is because each of them received a gift card for $5.00.

Merry Christmas!
~Marc

Christmas Gifts

Food For Life is collecting the following items for Christmas presents for the homeless: L or XL mens coats , warm blankets, gloves, warm socks, toothbrushes, candy bars, McDonalds gift cards. Items should be clean! Please do NOT donate: women's coats, adult clothing, childrens clothing, and childrens coats. These are not needed at this time. Drop off items at Streetside catering by this Sunday please! We will be giving them out next Tuesday night.

Also, we are accepting cash donations to purchase the gift cards for food. Since our numbers have increased in the last month, we expect to have a big demand next week. Thanks to everyone that supports Food for Life with your service, money, and prayers.