LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

More should subscribe to Recorder

During this time of Shelter-in-place, I have enjoyed reading the positive, uplifting stories the Porterville Recorder has each day. Here are a few of the many such articles from this past week.

“Y.E.S.” program from PUSD” providing services to school-age children of essential workers; “Who is your Hometown Hero;” coverage of the many wonderful athletic students receiving honors such as “Player of the Year;” All-american/all-conference; and Essential Workers Appreciation Drivee-thru parade throughout Porterville.

Everyone who reads this letter, please encourage five people you know who do not receive the Porterville Recorder to subscribe now. The Porterville Recorder has brought us stories about our town, our friends, our children for many years. Lets encourage others to support our hometown paper. Jean Vafeades Porterville

Habitat for Humanity thanks Wells Fargo

On behalf of the Habitat for Humanity of Tulare/kings Counties’ board of directors, staff and the families we serve, thank you to Wells Fargo for supporting Habitat for Humanity of Tulare/kings Counties with a grant of $10,000 to help with COVID-19 relief. During this incredibly challenging time, supporting community seems to be more important than ever. Non-profits, and those they serve, have been hit hard, but we know that by working together, we will continue to build strength, stability and self-reliance in Tulare and Kings Counties.

For more than 25 years, Habitat for Humanity has partnered with hard-working, low-income local families to offer first-time homeownership opportunities as well as vital home repairs for people who already own their home but are challenged by age, disability or circumstance. These vulnerable populations are extremely cost-burdened and have few options for assistance. Many families believe that a decent and affordable home is out of their reach.

Businesses, congregations, service clubs and individuals can all join the Habitat for Humanity mission by providing funding, in-kind donations and volunteerism.

When everyone has an affordable place to live, the entire community is stronger and healthier.

Again, thank you Wells Fargo for your support.

WE ARE PRAYING FOR EVERYONE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. Habitat for Humanity of Tulare Kings Counties Deanna Saldana Resource Development Director