Her name is Mary, but to us at Feeding Hands she is affectionately known as Motel Mary. She is homeless and lives in a motel room. Every month Feeding Hands delivers food to her at her motel room. Every month as I drive into the parking lot of the motel, she is in the window of her room, just waiting. As I back into the parking spot to unload the boxes and bags, the door opens and there she is. She usually has a mask on now because she would do absolutely nothing to endanger me.
You might wonder if Mary is lazy, unmotivated, or just wanting a handout. Nothing could be farther from the truth. She has a caseworker, who is the one who referred her to Feeding Hands. She has doctors for her heart and for her problem feet. She relies on the county to get her to her appointments. She has just had a really hard life and needs help to survive. And she is just so grateful for any help she receives.
Our staff and volunteers are tireless in providing care and nutrition to our guests. Giving financially to our mission is just one way you can get involved. Your donation helps us make your community a better place, one cart of groceries served with a smile at a time.
