Six months ago, Veronica lost her job. Struggling to make ends meet and determined not to lose her home, she began visiting Pathways’ HUB of Hope to receive emergency food and hygiene items. Last week, Veronica visited the HUB and excitedly informed the HUB staff and volunteers that this would be her last visit, as she had secured a full-time position at a preschool in Orange County. “I just wanted to say goodbye, and thank you so much!” she said, “This last visit will be the food I need until I get my first paycheck.”
During her time coming to the HUB’s food distribution program, Veronica formed a close bond with one of our volunteers, Leslie Johnson. Since Veronica had to take a few buses to get to the HUB, Leslie gave her canvas bags to make it easier for her to carry her food home. This simple act of kindness meant worlds to Veronica. “Ms. Leslie has been very gracious, helpful and encouraging,” she said. Leslie, upon hearing that Veronica had found employment, said, “I am really going to miss her, but I am SO happy for her!”
Pathways’ HUB of Hope is crucial to preventing homelessness for clients like Veronica, who find themselves in difficult financial situations and who need support through periods of economic crisis. About 80% of the people who visit the HUB for food and hygiene items are not homeless, but they are struggling to make ends meet. The ability to receive food and other resources from the HUB allows them to afford to pay for other expenses like utility bills, and prevents them from becoming homeless.
Are you inspired by Veronica’s story and by Leslie’s kindness and generosity?
Do you want to make a difference, but you don’t have time to volunteer?
You can rebuild the lives of those in need by donating to Pathways of Hope. Your donation will help support people like Veronica, people who are facing an economic crisis and seeking support from Pathways of Hope, an organization that has spent over forty years dedicated to ending hunger and homelessness in our community.
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