Welcome to the our weekly newsletter The MACC Minute for April 8, 2020.  We hope it will inspire you to get involved.

News from our Food Pantry

 MACC Charites would like to thank the community for all the wonderful donations MACC has received during this difficult time. When thinking about donations, please remember that we have many families with children that eat the typical children’s favorites, such as:

  • Macaroni and cheese
  • Spaghettios
  • Cereal
  • Fresh fruits
  • Individually wrapped snacks like granola bars
  • Fruit cups
  • And fruit snacks etc.
Beth Stafford
Executive Director/CEO
Today, a MACC guest walked by the pantry and after we greeted each other, I said “how are you doing?” He replied, “I am corona free, so I am great!” Simple gratitude, I thought. His words made we want to focus on the things that are right with life just now. Let’s encourage others today, Stay home if you can.
Shannon Baldassario
Director of Services
 
During a pantry session I hear, “Shannon!!” I turned to the direction of the voice shouting my name. The woman smiled and said;  
“I want to thank you and everyone here who continues to help me and everyone in need, and it is because of you that we continue to have food in our homes for our families to eat.”

 

 

Chef Ferdinand Cruz
Chef MACC Kitchen
In MACC’s Community Kitchen I have come to realize how important being “essential” truly is. Between first responders, Doctors, nurses, grocery store attendants, and our team here at MACC. We all share the same passion & dedication in providing the essential services that people need. I applaud all those who wake up every morning and sacrifice the need for others.
Patti Gregory
Operations Assistant
“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much!” The Volunteers at MACC are a group of wonderful people that come in daily to make sure that our community is fed. Together staff and volunteers work side by side to ensure the departments run smoothly and safely. Thank you everyone for all the hard work you do!!
 
 
Mark Nadeau
Outreach Case Worker
Covid-19 has impacted us all, the Outreach Department will continue to offer essential services to our homeless and at-risk individuals. To contact the Outreach Department please call 860-647-8003 ext. 15. Outreach intakes can and will be conducted by phone. Showers and laundry services will continue every Wednesday from 9 to 11 am. Please be safe and stay well.  
News from Bistro On Main
 
BISTRO ON MAIN has made the difficult decision not to offer take out at this time. Please stay in touch with us by leaving a message on Facebook or call us 860-432-5267 and leave a message. We want to thank all our valued customers for your continued support. Please stay safe and healthy during these challenging times we are facing.  

 

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