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St. Teresa Ministries Donates Over $120,00 to Local Nonprofits
Wednesday, November 6, 2024


On October 16th, St. Teresa Ministries held their annual World Food Day of Giving, raising and donating over $120,000 to local nonprofits fighting food insecurity in Warren County. With the support of community donors, shoppers and volunteers, the funds were distributed to organizations like Glean KY, MEALS INC and the St. Vincent de Paul Conferences of Holy Spirit and St. Joseph Parishes, ensuring access to critical resources like fresh produce and meals. During the event at St. Teresa Thrift Store, Jennifer Bailey, Director of Development and Marketing, shared her gratitude, stating, “We are humbled to support these organizations, ensuring everyone has access to the resources they deserve.”

The event emphasized the theme, “YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE”, celebrating the contributions of the entire community.

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