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'Tis the Season to Get Involved |
For many of us, the holiday season is a time of celebration, hope, and happiness — but for some families it's a struggle to feel the holiday spirit. In one of the most innovative and wealthy areas in the country, no one should go hungry. There are many ways that you can take action and make a difference.
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The Valley Fire in Lake County was one of the most destructive in California's history, destroying nearly 1,300 homes. On September 22, President Obama signed a disaster declaration, freeing up federal funds for emergency assistance and our staff helped those affected apply for food stamps.
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Local hunger fighter Jennifer Puthoff, from our partner agency YMCA of Silicon Valley, spearheaded the expansion of their meal program at libraries in both Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. The organization now serves over 333,000 nutritious meals and snacks to nearly 102,000 children at 42 community sites every year.
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