Posted by ronkel

I recently read an article in our local paper that touched me quite a bit.  Our local Meals on Wheels program is feeling the effects of our down economy, who isn’t.  Even the big money makers online are reporting smaller money. 

I just talked to the board chairman of the program John Graham, he was very grateful to have someone else on the volunteer staff.  I told him at my job, I see a lot of people in a years time.  If I could get just a one dollar donation from each of them, it would help.  Graham was ecstatic, that would be great he said.  Any help we can get is much appreciated.  So I started.  I asked everyone I saw at work today, if they would be willing to donate just one dollar for our local meals on wheels program.  Without hesitation I received at least one dollar from everybody.  Some gave two and one gave five dollars.

Thank you everybody, so much!  I have a goal of raising $1000 and today, the first day I have collected $12.05  off to a great start.

The meals on wheels program delivers 90 hot meals Monday through Friday.  The program first opened its doors in the White Mountains in 1992 at the Salvation Army with United Way funding.  “People that used to donate on a regular basis have stopped.  Some lost their jobs.  Others can no longer afford it or have lowered their donations.  Those who used to donate $200 now give $100.  Over a period that builds up,” Graham told The Independent… Read the complete article.

I believe even with the economy the way it is, most people can give one dollar.  If you would like to help elderly citizens that need a hot meal.  Please send all donations to : Meals On Wheels P.O. Box 1154  Lakeside, AZ 85929.  We are in the process of setting up a paypal account for them.  Thank you in advanceand Graham will send you a receipt for your tax deductible donations.  Please note that ronkel.com sent you.