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Thank You for Helping Children Succeed! “I know she’s going to get taken care of really well here,” Nancy says, smiling down at her little girl, Klia, 8. Nancy is picking her daughter up from the after-school program at Voice of Hope Ministries, a member of the North Texas Food Bank’s Partner Agency Network in Dallas. Every weekday afternoon, Klia gets homework help, is able to engage in fun activities and sits down to a balanced meal at the program. Nancy is a single mom and works long hours as a nurse in Carrollton. She usually doesn’t get home until late, so it gives her peace of mind to know her daughter has a healthy meal each evening. Klia also learns about why good nutrition is important and shares that knowledge with her older brothers, ages 14 and 16. Nancy says it’s sometimes difficult to get her kids to eat healthy foods, so she really appreciates the nutrition education. This summer, Klia is enrolled in Voice of Hope’s day camp, which will provide her with three meals each day. This program is especially beneficial for kids who typically depend on school meal programs during the academic year. “I appreciate it.” Klia and her mom, Nancy, at Voice of Hope. Even short periods of time without enough food could damage a child’s health for years to come. Your support means kids have more energy, are better able to focus and are at lower risk for illness and developmental delays. Nancy understands the need for food assistance in her community and knows many of Klia’s peers wouldn’t have enough to eat if Physical Address: 4500 S. Cockrell Hill Road Dallas, Texas 75236-2028 P 214.330.1396 F 214.331.4104 it weren’t for Voice of Hope’s programs. She’s very thankful you choose to give. “I appreciate it,” she says. Your partnership means so much to the families we serve together. Thank you for sharing what you have! Mailing Address: P.O. Box 731226 Dallas, TX 75373-1226 Connect with us on social media!