Rock Island, IL - What was perceived as bad news has turned to good. Although the Alan Shawn Feinstein Foundation has suspended its annual $1 Million Giveaway to Fight Hunger campaign this year, a fundraiser that Christian Care counts on, a local anonymous donor has come forward to help replace that loss.
"One of our loyal donors has committed to match gifts up to $8,000 if received by May 31," said CEO Elaine M. Winter. "This means that your donation of $25, $50, or $100 will really be $50, $100, or $200. This is a wonderful opportunity for all of us to double our gifts so the needy in the Quad Cities may benefit throughout the year."
Monetary contributions can be mailed to Christian Care, PO Box 4176, Rock Island, IL 61204-4176. In addition to financial gifts, Christian Care can always use paper products such as bath tissue and paper towels, gently used clothing, new underwear, and personal care items such as razors and toiletries.
Christian Care is transforming the lives of homeless individuals, victims of domestic violence, veterans, men and women coming out of prison, and those with mental illness. Its two facilities?a domestic violence shelter for abused women and children and a rescue mission for homeless men?provide safe shelter, nutritious meals, clothing, counseling, referrals and guidance to those in need. Its services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week with the goal of nourishing the bodies, minds, hearts and souls of the men, women and children who come seeking a new way of life. If you know someone in need, call the Christian Care crisis hotline any hour of the day or night at (309) 788-2273.
