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Our recent “Have a Heart, Help a Neighbor” event put a spotlight on how your support is impacting neighbors hit especially hard by the economy, higher cost of gas and home heating. Our compassionate Program Director, Dan Wilson, shares his experience at our programs.

“We’ve seen people that have never accessed food shelves coming in,” he shares. “You can really tell the thankfulness of people coming in for the first time. They’re a little nervous about how they can access food and how it works. When you tell them how easy it is, sometimes they tear up, then slow down and take a breath. We say ‘thanks for being here, we’re going to get you food, you’re going to be okay, we’re in this together.'”

We’re so grateful for your support which is helping neighbors this holiday season and throughout the year. As Dan shares, “Hunger has no end date. Help is needed all year long.”

Did you know that your gift of stock, which has appreciated for more than a year, is like giving 20% more than if you sold your stock and made a cash donation? That’s because if you donate your stock to a charity like ours, you won’t have to pay capital gains tax. In fact, you’re able to deduct the full fair-market value of the asset you donated from your income tax up to the amount allowed by the IRS.

“With costs rising so quickly at this time for food, shelter and gas, I recognize that these are desperate times for families in need and I am happy to do my part to assist my neighbors here in the Northland,” shared Joan, a recent generous donor to our work.

We make it easy to donate stock. Our Securities Gift Form allows your broker or trust representative to communicate your transfer to our investment firm. This wonderful opportunity allows a gift that benefits you and us.

This information is for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered investment, legal, accounting, tax or other professional advice.