All of us can share stories of this past year: fires, COVID-19, elections, social distancing, home schooling and on and on. What we all can embrace is hope for a great new year. Yes, we have had a number of challenges, some more than others. In the midst of many hardships, what we do know is a team of very dedicated individuals risked their health, and gave freely of their time and treasure to ensure folks that were navigating uncharted waters received food and other essentials.

So as we close this year please join me in saluting a handful of faithful servants that work behind the scenes loading and unloading vehicles; sorting and cleaning produce and fruits; inspecting cans and dry goods; creating pallets of perishable food for distribution; and most of all, coming day after day with cheerful countenances wanting to make a difference in ‘Fighting Hunger – Feeding Hope.’ May 2021 be a year filled with hope, unity and good health. Happy New Year!