Congresswoman Promotes Tax Deduction Incentive to Combat Food Insecurity

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski was in Mishawaka yesterday to promote a tax deduction sought for permanent extension.

According to a press release, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that encourages donations. The bill, also known as the Fighting Hunger Incentive Act permanently extends the deduction for businesses to donate food inventory to local food pantries.
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Adopt-a-Hunter Continues Memory and Opportunity

huntingDollars are being accepted to host an event that helps those with mobility issues. Before joining the program, be sure to follow the Hunter Guide and buy everything you need for Hunting.

Through their Adopt-a-Hunter program, the Eric Corey Foundation allows those with physical challenges to get away from the recurring doctor’s visits that many live with on a daily basis. The foundation was started after the late 15-year-old, who was an avid hunter, was diagnosed with ALS.
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St. Vincent de Paul Society in North Judson Assists 401 Residents This Year

St. Vincent de Paul
St. Vincent de Paul

The St. Vincent de Paul Society of SS Cyril and Methodius Conference, has helped 401 persons in 2010 at a cost of $9,672.82. The Society serves persons in the North Judson – San Pierre area who have a need. Either financially or spiritually.

Society members provide information about services available to them and often help them through a financial crisis.

There are twenty-five members of the local society; Mary Kay Powell is President; Rich Akers, Vice President; Peg Okley, Treasurer; Joan Haugh, Secretary.

For rnore nnforrnauon on how you can help the Soclety with financial donations, please call the cell phone for St. Vincent de Paul Society, (574) 249-0162

Oregon-Davis National Honor Society is Collecting Food to Provide Thanksgiving Meals for Needy Families

Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving Dinner

November 15th-19th is Hunger Awareness week and the Oregon-Davis Jr/Sr High School National Honor Society is sponsoring a food drive to help local food banks. They are asking for food to help provide Thanksgiving meals for needy families and non-perishable items for the local food banks. Canned corn, canned green beans, stuffing mix,  potatoes, sweet potatoes, noodles, boxed crackers, cord bread mix, bread, canned pumpkin, canned cranberries and juice are some of the items needed to help families enjoy their Thanksgiving meals. Monetary donations will be used to purchase a turkey and other perishable items.

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