Bridging the Gap During Illness, Surgery, and Job Loss

Clifford's wife has been ill and underwent major surgery. "Recovery is going to take probably two or three more months," he said. "So basically I'm the only breadwinner right now."

Their two incomes were sufficient, but just one has put a huge burden on their ability to make ends meet. The stress of Clifford's wife's condition was compounded when he was laid off. "Well, I was without work for a few months due to layoffs," he said.

Despite overwhelming challenges, Clifford never gave up. A repair technician by trade, he was determined to get back to work and take care of his wife. Even so, fear and insecurity were starting to chip away at Clifford's confidence and any hope that he could turn things around.

But thanks to the kindness of Second Harvest donors, hope returned to Clifford when he learned about a food distribution that the Food Bank was holding. Here he was able to get the food he and his wife urgently needed. "It helps out because it's less of our budget that we have to put towards food, so we can use it for other expenses we have," he said. "This bridges the gap. It sure does."

Your generosity helps struggling families like Clifford and his wife get back on their feet, literally. With a huge relief, he said, "I'm finally kind of catching up a little bit." Thank you for making a big difference in so many lives. "Please keep donating," Clifford said. "Your funds are well used and it's getting to the people who really need it."