I would like to alert Islanders to the lack of donations of food and money to the Orcas Island Food Bank at this time. The Cupboards are bare! With the economic outlook rather bleak, it is understandable that it can be difficult for those of limited means to donate to the Food Bank and yet I know that they do so to the best of their ability.
Since San Juan County and Orcas Island have the greatest income disparity in the State of Washington between the wealthy and the working people, it follows that the the Food Bank’s shelves ought to be laden to overflowing with Mother Earth’s bounty if we truly consider ourselves a Community.
It is unfortunate that there is such a great economic divide at this time but the only way to bridge that divide is for those of our Orcas Family who have much, to give much!
“For everyone to whom much is given, of him shall much be required.” — Luke 12:48
Thank you to all who take this Truth to Heart in humility, thankfulness, and joy! Many Blessing to our Orcas Island Family.
Spirit Eagle
you speak the truth – but i see the issue quite differently. you inspire me to pen my own ietter next week about the great gifts to be enjoyed by those with much when they become part of the food bank.
Whenever anything is published about the Food Bank, it would be helpful to include the address where food donations are accepted as well as a phone number and email address for people with questions.
I wasn’t aware that the Food Bank had a Website and it has all of the info anyone would need to donate.
The following is from the Orcas Food Bank Website for all those who wish to help! Thank you all for your generous support!
Spirit Eagle
Serving Orcas Island Families since 1984
FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION:
116 Madrona Street, next to the Orcas Island Community Church
WHEN: Tuesdays, 12:30 to 2 p.m. and Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
FREE LUNCH: Every Tuesday, noon to 1:30 p.m. This lunch is hosted by several Island churches and is served at the Orcas Island Community Church next door to the Food Bank building.
OUR MISSION:
To gather and share grocery products with neighbors in need. The Orcas Island Food Bank is a bridge between America’s food bounty and those who cannot provide for themselves.
HOW TO HELP:
Food Donations:
• Drop off at Food Bank when open
• Leave in the drop box outside the Food Bank left entrance any time
• Boxes at Orcas…