Local 10 Day of Giving: Miami Shores Collects Donations for South Florida Nonprofits

Annual Day of Giving in Miami Shores

• 🗓️ The 12th annual Local 10 Day of Giving is underway, with crews collecting non-perishable goods for local nonprofits.
• 📍 The event is taking place at various Publix locations across South Florida, including one in Miami Shores at 9050 Biscayne Boulevard.

Urgent Need for Donations

• ⚠️ Nonprofit organizations are facing increased demand and challenges due to cuts in federal funding for food programs.
• 📈 The need for donations is greater than ever, with organizations like Make-A-Wish Veterans reporting a surge in requests.

Community Contributions and Support

• 👧 The Girl Scouts, represented by Rory and Ruby, are actively participating, donating food to help veterans and families in need.
• 💰 In addition to non-perishable food items, monetary donations are being collected, with significant contributions being made.

Check Presentations and Gratitude

• 🤝 Local 10 presented checks totaling $1,000 each to Princess for her work with US veterans and families, and to The Caring Place.
• 🌟 The Star of the Sea Foundation in Cargo also received a $1,000 donation as part of the day's giving.
• 🙏 Organizers expressed deep gratitude for the community's generosity, emphasizing the impact of donations on helping families in South Florida.