Help us raise money

My name is Ingrid and I regularly walk around Fisherman's Lake where I encounter so many wonderful bicyclists, wavers and smilers during my walks here in Natomas. We're all out there enjoying the beautiful lake scenery, getting some fresh air and a little exercise. I recently joined "Run to Feed the Hungry" and wondered how many of my fellow walkers would want to also be a part of something bigger than themselves - like an opportunity to serve struggling members of our community through donations to the Sacramento Food Bank. 

I'd like to share a personal experience I had with the food bank many years ago.

I was, unfortunately, newly divorced and experiencing a period of intense financial difficulty. I had just moved to Sacramento with three children. Although I was quickly able to find employment, it wasn't enough to sustain us and cover rent, bills and food. At the time, I earned $40 over the poverty limit and didn't qualify for any services. In desperation one day I turned to the Sacramento Food Bank for help. They provided food for my family during one of the worst periods of my life. Although it was for only a brief period, I'll never forget it. Fortunately, I was quickly able to get a better paying job and land back on my feet financially.

Having had that experience, I consider myself very blessed to be able to give back in some small, but important way. You may or may not have struggled in a similar fashion, but you may be someone who has a heart to help others who find themselves in a difficult situation for a temporary season. 

I invite you, my fellow walkers, runners and/or Natomas residents, to join in our walk/run around Fisherman's Lake in Natomas - or join our team and attend the live event in Sacramento!