How One Family Went From Hunger To Having Enough

This is a story of how one family went from hunger to having enough. It is a story of hope, perseverance, and the power of community.

The Good Garden: How One Family Went from Hunger to Having Enough (CitizenKid)

by Katie Smith Milway

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11138 KB
Print length	:	32 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

The family's journey began in a small town in rural America. The father, John, had lost his job at the local factory, and the family was struggling to make ends meet. They often went hungry, and they lived in a dilapidated house that was always cold in the winter and hot in the summer.

One day, John's wife, Mary, heard about a program that could help them. The program was called Citizenkid, and it provided food, housing, and other assistance to families in need.

John and Mary were hesitant to ask for help, but they were desperate. They went to the Citizenkid office and applied for assistance. A social worker met with them and helped them fill out the paperwork.

Within a few weeks, John and Mary received a call from Citizenkid. They had been approved for assistance, and they would be receiving a monthly food box and a housing voucher.

John and Mary were overjoyed. They couldn't believe that there was actually someone who was willing to help them. With the help of Citizenkid, they were able to get back on their feet.

John found a new job, and Mary started volunteering at the local food bank. Their children were able to go to school and participate in extracurricular activities. The family was finally able to have enough food to eat, a roof over their heads, and a sense of hope for the future.

The family's story is a testament to the power of community. When people come together to help those in need, amazing things can happen.

If you are interested in helping families like John's, please consider donating to Citizenkid. Your donation will help provide food, housing, and other assistance to families in need.

You can also volunteer your time at a local food bank or soup kitchen. Your help can make a real difference in the lives of those who are struggling.

Together, we can end hunger and poverty in our communities.

About Citizenkid

Citizenkid is a non-profit organization that provides food, housing, and other assistance to families in need. Citizenkid was founded in 1989 by a group of concerned citizens who wanted to make a difference in the lives of those who were struggling.

Today, Citizenkid operates in over 100 cities across the United States. Citizenkid provides a variety of services to families in need, including:

• Food boxes
• Housing vouchers
• Financial assistance
• Job training
• Education
• Mentoring

Citizenkid's mission is to help families achieve self-sufficiency. Citizenkid believes that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, and Citizenkid is committed to providing the resources and support that families need to reach their full potential.

How You Can Help

There are many ways that you can help Citizenkid continue to provide food, housing, and other assistance to families in need.

• Donate to Citizenkid
• Volunteer your time at a local food bank or soup kitchen
• Spread the word about Citizenkid
• Advocate for policies that support families in need

Together, we can end hunger and poverty in our communities.

The Good Garden: How One Family Went from Hunger to Having Enough (CitizenKid)

by Katie Smith Milway

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11138 KB
Print length	:	32 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE