Each year, the United States Postal Service holds a food drive to collect donations for local food banks. The event is called Stamp Out Hunger and it's one of my favorite charity events because it's so easy to participate. All you have to do is leave a bag(s) of nonperishable grocery items next to your mailbox. (They ask that you not include items that are expired or in glass containers.)
This is an excellent time to go through your pantry and clear out the things you won't use before they expire. Participation is more important than ever this year as food banks are feeling the effects of a down economy.
Thanks to Gina at Mommy Making Money for reminding me about the food drive!
Thursday, May 08, 2008
Stamp Out Hunger on Saturday
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We're having major thunderstorms here, and more are expected for tomorrow (Sat.). I don't know what to do with all the food I was going to give the postal worker!
I hope it doesn't keep people from donating. It's so important right now.
I love that the post office does this. Thanks for the reminder.
This is a good program. It feels good to be able to participate even on a small scale. If everyone gives just a little bit it can lead to big things. This is our insurance for a secure society.
Jerry
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