It Happened One Monday: Why Give To The Max Day Matters To PRISM
Give To The Max Day Matters To PRISM
It Happened One Monday
PRISM always does good work. Monday, November 7th was an amazing day! Many people are aware that PRISM has a food shelf.
This Monday was a banner food day
First, 59 families were welcomed to the food shelf. Then, to top it off, we provided food and a caring environment to a group of hungry, homeless teenagers in a YMCA program. That represents over 3000 pounds of food distributed! It didn’t stop there.
The food shelf is just one department
PRISM also provides assistance with transportation for those who need help getting to work, appointments, shopping and other activities. PRISM Express provided 260 rides to people who have limited access to other forms of transportation.
How to pay for the unexpected?
Some clients have cars, although they cannot afford costly repairs. Our auto shop helped five of those families with car repairs.
How are you going to get to work without a car?
Others are in desperate need of a car to manage work and their families. PRISM’s 31-31-31 program was developed to find 31 people willing to donate a car and 31 families who could qualify for a car, all in the 31 days of October. As part of this program, we helped a working family sign loan papers for a safe, reliable and affordable vehicle on Monday.
So, food, transportation — what about clothing?
With winter approaching, this takes on added significance. Over 30 families were helped in the Clothes Closet on Monday. Our Clothes Closet is always an inviting environment and it has become even more enticing with our new boutique corner.
Where are you going to live?
Food, clothing and transportation are great, but what about a place to live? We’re in such a tough environment today — so many people are losing their homes. This Monday, we helped two families secure their homes from loss.
Our children are our future …
It’s easy to think about the necessities such as food and clothing. Sometimes people need a special lift on special days. Our birthday program provides that for our clients. On Monday, two children received gifts to make their birthdays brighter.
It takes a village to raise a child
With the help of so many of you providing time and donations, and our wonderful, caring staff, PRISM helps create a village within our community. Thanks to everyone for helping to make this a reality. Keep up the great work!
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