Thursday, October 18, 2007

Public Assistance Outreach

September was Amazing!

September was very busy doing outreaches at many of the schools in Lubbock. At Matthews Learning Center alone I was able to help many of the students with Medicaid and Foodstamps. We collected over 20 applications alone at that school.
Along with Matthews and Lubbock ISD, I continue to receive a lot of help and support from St. Johns/St Paul’s Churches. It is always amazing to go every Tuesday afternoon, and see all the wonderful people that work the voucher program. They have opened their arms and their hearts to not only me but also to the many, many people they help. It has truly been a blessing being part of such a wonderful program there.

In September we also received news that the Social Services Grant had been renewed so I look for to the next year being able to reach even more people that are in need of assistance! And try to do my part in trying to feed the Hungry.

I you would like more information on this outreach program please feel free to contact me at 806-763-3003 or email me at drudd@spfb.org.

Friday, October 12, 2007

New Volunteer Opportunities!


Come lend a hand with these upcoming volunteer opportunities! Call Becky Jennings at (806) 763-3003 to sign-up for any of these events!



Halloween Can Collection at the Science Spectrum
The South Plains Food Bank will be collecting food donations at the Science Spectrum on Wednesday, October 31, 2007. We are looking for volunteers to help collect donations! For more information, or to sign up for this opportunity, please contact Becky Jennings at (806) 763-3003.
When: Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Time: 5-7pm or 7-9pm
Location: Science Spectrum- 2579 S. Loop 289 # 250
(On the South Loop between Indiana and University)
Contact: Becky Jennings at (806) 763-3003 to sign-up!

Saturday Workdays
- December 15, 2007 (9am-12pm)
- December 22, 2007 (9am-12pm or 12-3pm)
Groups or individuals are welcome to sign-up for either of these dates!


Food Bank Farm

Volunteers are needed on Saturdays from 9am-12pm at the Food Bank farm, located at 76th and Ave B. Currently, the farm is preparing fields for winter and spring. Call Debbie at (806) 535-4563 for more information on this opportunity, or to sign up!


Become a Kids Cafe volunteer today!
Did you know that one out of every four children in the South Plains lives in poverty? Kids Cafe is an after-school feeding program designed to combat childhood hunger. The South Plains Kids Cafes provide children of Lubbock’s economically disadvantaged neighborhoods with nutritious evening meals in a safe environment.

The Kids Cafe Program is currently seeking dedicated volunteers, willing to help out a few hours a week on a continual basis.

Volunteers are needed to:
∗ Serve meals
∗ Plan and monitor after-school activities (ex. reading, games, mentoring)

For the safety of our staff and the children we serve, background checks are required for all Kids Cafe volunteers.

For more information, or to become a Kids Café volunteer, please contact
Tammy Hester at (806) 544-1332 or thester@spfb.org


Second Helping Soup Kitchen
The Bridge of Lubbock is in need of volunteers for the Second Helpings Soups Kitchen. Volunteers help serve meals at the soup kitchen and clean up afterward. Please contact Lisa Green to sign up for this opportunity.
When: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: The Bridge of Lubbock
1301 Redbud Lane, Lubbock, TX
Contact: Lisa Green at (806) 687-0772.

Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities with the 2007 U-Can Share Food Drive!