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The holidays are coming, bringing an annual season of good will and giving.
On campus, numerous charity events allow students, faculty and staff to participate in food drives to provide a little cheer for those who won’t have what most of us take for granted.
Phi Theta Kappa, the college’s honor society, sponsored a hunger banquet Thursday evening to demonstrate the wealth of living in the United States and not growing up hungry every day.
The club also sponsored a “Pack the Prius” Thanksgiving food drive for the college food pantry housed at the Catholic Student Center. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, people brought sacks of nonperishables to drop off on the mall. Thanks to the society’s efforts, any one in need could even pick up a sack.
The best part about charity events is that no one has to feel ashamed. There comes a time when everyone meets adversity, and it can be too much for one person to handle.
The Cheshyre Cheese Club is conducting a memorial food drive through Nov. 24. Last year, the club collected more than 400 pounds of food. Look for boxes in campus buildings.
Every little bit helps. Set a goal for weekly donations, but make sure it’s attainable.
A can of vegetables averages about 49 cents. The average 20-ounce soft drink bottle costs $1.49. Sacrificing one bottle per week would buy three cans of vegetables.
And remember, you don’t have to wait to donate until the season of giving. San Antonio Food Bank collects food for thousands of families every month.
No one should have to prepare themselves for a season of hunger and desperation.
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