The concept of Giving Hearts Client Choice Options has exploded. We started in an 800 square foot area on February 21, 2023. We knew we would have to eventually move- but we had no idea that less than six months later we would move into an 1800 square foot facility. Just recently we secured an additional 350 square feet for a whopping 2.250 square feet. Our client numbers have increased from an average of 6-8 per day to 14-16 per day. Our Budget for securing food has almost tripled. Our growth ratio is incredible. With food, we also have operational costs. We have applied for and have received grants- but grants can not support operational costs. We need donor support to remain successful in our efforts to support hunger here in Carroll County. This is our first year as recipients of Giving Tuesday, but we need you and your support to meet our $7,500 goal and to be successful. Let’s create a wave of generosity by sharing how you will support nonprofits, individuals, and organizations this November. Join me and millions around the world in giving back, spreading kindness, and showing how together we can be a force for good on #GivingTuesday! CLICK HERE TO DONATE Denise Etienne Shackelford-CEO

Please read the attached letter for some important information from our CEO. Our success and growth is wonderful!

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Last week was yet another whirlwind week for Giving Hearts Client Choice Pantry. We've had a lot of unique challenges but have met them head on with a spirit of tenacity. Our number one goal was to get us up and functioning within 60 days. Ya'll don't know the hard it takes to make this operation run. We have been operational for 120 days and although there is plenty of room for improvement we are somewhat pleased with our results. Our main challenges are limitations in storage as we are restocking our shelves faster than we can bring incl product. We are also have limited occupancy based on the overall space of the pantry. We don't have a "waiting area" and so sometimes folks don't understand the necessity of the 15 min appointment increments. Knowing this helps as we move to our next phase of development. We are so humbled and blessed to be allowed an opportunity to function through God Is Good Prophetic International Ministries. Pastor Lynn McKey has been a Godsend for which we are forever grateful. She has allowed us the foundation to plant seeds and watch them grow into a positive opportunity for the community. We are happy to be able to serve. Thanking GOD for an awesome group of volunteers and allowing me the opportunity to create a diverse Board. Next is strategic planning and implementing for the next phase. Stay tuned as we get ready to improve and serve. Denise Etienne Shackelford CEO