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Economic times are tough and donations to local food banks and shelters are down. Many people who made charitable contributions in the past are now struggling from paycheck to paycheck. A lot of individuals and families are, in fact, getting first-hand experience at what it's like to be on the flip side of the situation, trying to manage after losing a home or job or both.
The holidays have always been viewed as a time to help a neighbor or stranger in need. The U.S. Post Office sponsors food drives where mail carriers collect non-perishable foods from neighborhood residents. Schools and churches collect food and clothing for those in need prior to the holidays. Clothing giveaways are becoming popular as many organizations answer the call of persons who have lost just about everything.
Every contribution helps when times are hard. Rather than contribute to child and teen obesity, many people are donating leftover Halloween candy (and candy tossed out at parades) to food banks and soup kitchens. Sharing with others certainly makes more sense than disposing of the candy, and the bite-size treats will brighten the holidays for those less fortunate.
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