Giving Thanks!

With Thanksgiving only a few weeks away I felt inspired to share with you and your family a few simple ways in which we can show and give thanks. Thanksgiving is a holiday spent with family, friends, and of course eating.  This got me thinking about some of the families in our area who may not get to enjoy this holiday due to a lack of resources.  Right in our back yard is the Maple Valley Food Bank.   They provide individuals and families in need with food and other resources.  The Maple Valley Food Bank relies on the generous donations it receives from the community to make this all possible. Donations are always welcome and needed.  Donations can be dropped off at several locations around Maple Valley.

Donation drop off sites include:

• Maple Valley Library
• Greater Maple Valley Community Center
• Fire Station No. 80 (near Motorplex)
• Covington Library
• Covington MultiCare.

Check out their website for additional information about donations.
http://www.maplevalleyfoodbank.org/donate/

Also, during the holiday season many local grocery stores provide pre-packaged meal bags which can be purchased at the store and left on site for donation.  The meals usually are no more than $10.00 to purchase, and can provide families with all the fixing they will need to make a wonderful holiday meal.  Check out the local QFC, Fred Meyer, and Safeway for specific information and details.

Just remember during a time of year where food is such an integral part of the holiday season helping others is a significant way we can show our thanks.  Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving.

-Paige