Continuing a five year tradition, the agents at Keller Williams Realty, Ridgefield & Danbury, CT recently conducted a food drive to stock the Ridgefield Food Pantry and with the generosity of our neighbors shopping at Stop & Shop, we contributed over one ton of non-perishable food.
As we all know, in these challenging economic times, more families are finding it hard to keep the lights on and food on the table. In a conversation with Carol Konner of Ridgefield Social Services, I just learned that the state's subsidy for those who need help paying their heating bills has been cut to such an extent that people who collected $800 last year to pay for heat will only be eligible for $100 this year.
In all likelihood, the Ridgefield Emergency Fund which contributes to those in need will require an infusion of donations to keep up with the need this winter. I was totally unaware of this. My request is, "Do what you can" to assist your neighbors in need, wherever you are. Keller Williams Realty will be actively contributing to both Danbury and Ridgefield organizations, continuing our company's tradition of KW Cares: helping people where they live.
These are great local charities, if you have then share a little with those who have hit hard times.