Would you feed your family the same things you donate to the Food Bank?

Do you donate to your local Food Bank? If so, are you donating the kinds of foods you feed your own family? The people receiving Food Bank assistance are certainly grateful for your generosity. But ask yourself, "Am I giving something healthy?"

Conditions such as anemia, high blood pressure, diabetes, celiac disease, etc. don't care if you are rich or poor. Anyone dealing with these and other health conditions can be laid-off, fired or furloughed on a moment's notice and can face hard economic times. A trip to the Food Bank may be their only choice to feed themselves and their families... only to find highly-processed foods that are high in salt, sugar or calories. 

 

Before you consider dropping off a case of Ramen Noodles, keep in mind that a single serving can have half the recommended daily allowance of sodium!

 

Before you consider dropping off a box of Macaroni & Cheese, ask yourself, "Do the majority of recipients at this location have the ability to cook the items donated?" They may not for reasons such as homelessness or disability. Where will they get the butter, milk, pan & stove?

Here are some alternative ideas to items that are typically donated:

 

Remember that Food Banks are also in need of hygiene products, diapers, wipes & toilet paper. And they will always accept CASH!

 

To know what your local Food Bank is currently in need of most, find their contact information HERE!

 

 

 

Julie Larson
Realtor Utah
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UTAH MOM INJURED IN TERRIBLE BICYCLE ACCIDENT

MELANIE SKOY COYLE

Mother of 8, Melanie Skoy Coyle, participated in the Little Red Riding Hood Charity cycling event on June 2nd and took a serious blow to her head. She was transported by ambulance where it was discovered that her head had filled with blood and put too much pressure on her brain. That resulted in an emergency surgery where they drilled a hold through her head and drained the blood.

Because of the pressure the blood put on her brain, she is slowly trying to regain her memory and basic skills. Doctors don't know how long all of this will take for her to be fully restored and she is uninsured.

 

She has a long road ahead to recovery! She is expected to be leaving the hospital tomorrow and needs the help of family, friends, the community and everyone with a big heart!! 

The family has set up an account at America First Credit Union under Melanie Skoy Coyle. Donations can be made by going into a local branch; Credit Union Members can call 800-999-3961 and speak with a rep to make a transfer; or Mail Checks or pay through your bank's online bill-pay using this address:

America First Credit Union
attn Melanie Skoy Coyle Charitable Account
PO Box 9199
Ogden, UT 84409

The family is very grateful for all the prayers and support.

https://www.americafirst.com/

Melanie is a childhood friend of our short sale specialist, Chris. We created this post in support of her family. We thank you for taking the time to read this.