Message From Amazon Donor: “I’ve been where your families are. I am so grateful for the opportunity to pay it back/forward. Ardis.”

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Kyle is a hero of mine. He is often called in when an Amazon truck pulls up with a load of heavy boxes that need unpacking, sorting, logging, and putting up or away. Kyle often works with his wife, Kris. They work quickly and efficiently and know where everything goes and belongs. He and I have become pals. He has an evil eye and a wicked sense of humor.

Today, Sarah texted me this afternoon to say another huge Army of Good load had arrived (see below), and Kyle’s shirt was ready to be given to him. She knew I would want a photo; keeping up with the Army of Good is hard, but I am determined to catalog their generosity.

Running back and forth to the pantry with my camera, often more than thrice a week, is a labor of love. It’s a way to show the Army of Good just how vital their work is. Your contributions are not just making a significant impact; they are transforming our community. I’m proud to be a part of it, and I hope you are, too.

Here is what it looked like today – Kyle was thrilled with his shirt, and Sarah was thrilled with the items women needed, the Ramen everyone needed, and the cereal for the backpacks. Nothing makes her happier than full shelves, and we are helping to keep them that way. Smiles are everywhere; you are making a huge difference.

We got Kyle his “hero” shirt because he ran outside to stop a stranger from taking a cake (meant for a fund-raising dinner) and running off with it. He chased the car, stopped it, and got the cake back. We got him a “hero” shirt, which he loves.

Thanks to your support, we were able to provide enough cereal boxes for tomorrow’s backpack stuffing, along with soup and women’s health items. Your contributions are not just appreciated; they are invaluable. This big and precious load, delivered as usual, is a testament to your integral role in ensuring the kids have full bags and the women have what they need to care for themselves.

Kyle logs the food and puts it on the table for other volunteers to store or put on the shelves. This process goes on all day, every day.

Kyle makes Sarah smile. So do Amazon boxes. She can fill the shelves.