50,000 local women and their children live in poverty. Help us make a difference in their lives.
It is hard to believe that so many in our
community have so little. Even worse, many of those in need are women
and children. At the time Women & Children's Free Restaurant &
Community Kitchen (WCFR) was founded, there were many meal programs for
men, but few for women and families. Women and children who live in
poverty are most vulnerable. Many are living in or trying to escape from
domestic violence. Our program is meant to provide nourishment for
women and children in a safe environment.
51% of children attending Spokane County Schools
applied for the federal free/reduced meal program. That's one in four
children who do not have adequate, nutritious food on a regular basis.
As part of the same community that so desperately
needs our help, we hope that you consider playing a positive role in the
lives of these less fortunate women and children. WCFR provided 55,000
healthy meals last year and is on track to serve 60,000 meals in 2017.
If you are unable to attend our Dinner on the Bridge, please consider a cash donation to support our mission. If you would like personal assistance with your giving plans, please contact:
Paige McKee, Development & Communications Director
509-324-1995 ext. 305
development@wcfrspokane.org