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Hunger is happening here
Mary Goodwyn
Jul 24, 2008
Some University of Phoenix-Richmond employees recently spearheaded a campaign to help feed hungry people.
The effort from June 16-27 produced nearly 700 canned and nonperishable food items, 59 personal-care items and more than $300 in cash. The food items were donated to the Central Virginia Food Bank, and the other items and money were distributed to a charity of the employees’ choice. The campaign was part of the University of Phoenix’s national “Hunger is Happening” food drive.
Such an undertaking this time of year is impressive. Many folks wait until Thanksgiving and Christmas to get into the giving mood. And if you think about it, a collection drive in June could have gotten lost in the mix of summer activities and personal stuff. But these employees saw a need and answered the call.
Good things can happen anytime. We don’t have to wait until the winter holidays to get in the spirit of doing good and helping those in need. Some individuals and families, through the Central Virginia Food Bank, have benefited from the generosity of employees at the University of Phoenix-Richmond, 6600 W. Broad St.
Other groups have the opportunity to help hungry people, too. What about your club, organization, church or school?
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Mary, you’re blogging! And you’re a divinity student! That’s FABULOUS!!!!!!!
I’ve been thinking about you and needed to say hello. Great to see you writing again—I’ll be reading!
Lea Setegn
Aug. 5, 2008 at 09:49 AM
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