Hunger in Our Region People like Howard are so grateful for your kindness and support!
Howard, age 89, is retired. He’s lived around Chicora his whole life and worked for a local newspaper, as he says with a laugh, “for a lot of years … probably longer than what you guys are at your age.”
Even after a lifetime of working, Howard says living on a fixed income is difficult right now.
That’s where the food distribution at the Butler City Farmers Market comes in. Thanks to the compassion of donors like you, Howard doesn’t have to make the impossible choice between paying his bills and putting food on the table.
“I never thought I’d do this, but sometimes you got to lose that pride,” he says. “I want to thank you for the food that you give us.”
Howard has been visiting the food distribution for the last few years. He comes with a friend who has trouble walking, and he makes sure she has food as well.
His outward gratitude, his humor and his love for those around him is uplifting. But Howard’s concern for his neighbors is serious.
“There are people that we care about here. We’d go hungry at times if you didn’t help,” Howard says.
“Thank you.”
Older neighbors like Howard are so grateful for your generosity and kindness.
Thank you for providing food and comfort!