Norma Faye Jones was two hours late for Christmas.
Born in the early morning hours of December 26, 82-year-old Norma still jokes, “I used to tell my momma, I said, you know the best gifts always come late.” But the gift of food assistance has always come just in time for Norma.
For the 13th year in a row, Ozarks Food Harvest has received a Four-Star Rating – the highest rating possible given to charities – from Charity Navigator. I’m proud to share this news with you because it means that Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most utilized independent charity evaluator, recognizes The Food Bank as of the most effective hunger-relief charities in the nation.
This holiday season, as you gather with loved ones to share meals and create cherished memories, consider investing in Ozarks Food Harvest. This act of generosity can make a profound difference in the lives of families facing hunger in the upcoming year.
For over a year, many of our hardworking neighbors have endured high costs of food and basic necessities with little relief. Now as we enter the winter months, families facing hunger are at their breaking point during the most challenging time of year.
Anna has a skill that’s not too common these days, and it’s helping her family keep food in the pantry. She knows how to can her own food. Growing up, Anna remembers watching her grandmother home-can food, preserving the freshness of their fruits and vegetables so that nothing went to waste. Anna always wanted to learn, but it wasn’t until recently that she finally taught herself the skill. Now, she’s using her knowledge not only as a fulfilling hobby, but a way to provide for her family when times are tough.