Julia K Cole

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren’t essentials, the staff doesn’t publicly ask for them. A survey on Reddit.com asked volunteers what items people would be most appreciative of and we’ve listed the top 10 below. If you’re looking for an easy way to help out, pick some of these up while shopping and drop them off at one of our area food banks. 1. Spices. Think about it. People who rely on the food bank eat a lot of canned food, rice, oatmeal, white bread, etc. They love spices. Seasoned salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, oregano, basil and so on. 2. Feminine Products. Can you imagine being worried about affording these? Pads, tampons, panty liners, etc. Recommended: Buy in bulk at Costco for donating. 3. Chocolate. People don’t need it, but think about being in their shoes and how nice it would be to be given a chocolate bar or brownie mix along with your essentials. 4. ...

Want to do more to help feed and care fore homeless pets? Introducing the  KIBBLE  PLUS   Program!  For just  $5.00 per month , membership includes: DOUBLING your daily kibble donation from 10 to 20 pieces each time you play the trivia - for both dogs and cats PLUS  each month Free Kibble will... Add an additional 1,000 pieces of kibble to your donations Vaccinate one shelter dog or one cat - your choice Send a free gift offer from our partner, The Animal Rescue Site Click HERE to join the Kibble PLUS program

DID YOU KNOW.... Not every community recognizes the value of humane policies like Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)?  And as a result 7 out of 10 healthy cats who come to shelters are killed? It's True! DID YOU KNOW... Alley Cat Allies diligently works toward ending the needless killing of any cat all over the country? Yep!  Yep!  Yep! But they can't do it without our help. DID YOU KNOW... That if you Donate $10 or MORE  you can get receive t he new 15-month Alley Cat Allies calendar absolutely FREE???? It's TRUE!!!!  DID YOU KNOW... The 15 month Alley Cat Allies calendar isn't just about cute pictures of great cats? That's Right!    There are also many inspirational stories of cats and the people who care for them.   Ohhhh yea! So Please...Help Alley Cat Allies continue on with their work in saving lives of beautiful loving cats across the country by making your donation of $10 or More!   Just Click HERE   or copy ...

ALL the kibble raised today, will be donated to care for dogs & cats impacted by the mudslides in Washington - spread the word! Click HERE to play!

PULASKI CO., Ky. (WHAS11) -- The Kentucky Humane Society says some of the dogs rescued this week from a puppy mill in Pulaski County could go up for adoption as early as next week. Forty-three dogs were rescued from that puppy mill on Tuesday. The dogs are being checked out by vets at the Humane Society in Louisville. If you can't give an animal a home there are still ways you can help. The Humane Society says right now, it needs cleaning supplies, blankets and bedding and soft dog treats. Donations can be taken to the main office on Steedly Drive or to any of the Humane Society's Adoption sites at local Feeders Supply stores. For more information, or to make a monetary donation,  please contact  The Kentucky Humane S ociety " Unless someone like you cares  a whole awful lot,Nothing is going to get better. It's not." ~ The Lorax (by Dr. Suess)

Why I am Making Strides Because I know I will make a difference in the fight to end breast cancer.   And I know that by raising funds and walking in the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, I will help save lives from breast cancer.  It is my firm belief that one day breast cancer will never steal another year from anyone's life. Making Strides is not only my opportunity to join my community to fight back against breast cancer, but it's also a way to inspire hope by raising funds and awareness to help those facing the disease.  Who I am Making Strides For This is my opportunity to not just help raise needed funds, but to honor breast cancer survivors and to remember people we have lost. I have signed up to walk and fundraise with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. I hope you will consider joining my team and/or making a donation in support of my efforts.   To Make A Donation Just Click HERE or Just copy and paste the URL bel...

Be a part of the Lose For Good® campaign through 10/12.  As you lose weight, Weight  Watchers™ will donate money to help fight hunger. Join today and your pounds lost can count for good. Click HERE to Learn more about  the Lose For Good® campaign Or Just copy & paste the URL below: http://www.weightwatchers.com/templates/marketing/landing_1col_nonav.aspx?pageid=1151581

Cats that are healthy, well-fed, and vaccinated against disease have much better odds of finding a happy forever home. Preventable diseases like feline herpes virus can stop an adoption in its tracks - not to mention being a danger to unprotected populations in the shelter. Although shelters try to meet the needs of their animals, they may not be able to afford the timely administration of much-needed vaccinations. With your help,  Greatergood.org  and Petfinder Foundation have teamed up to change that. We can vaccinate two million shelter animals in just two years, protecting them from common, contagious, preventable diseases. Together, we can give shelter cats a shot at life.  Just $ 10 vaccinates 5 shelter cats , and every donation helps. Petfinder Foundation works with shelters, rescue organizations, and animal welfare organizations across the United States. Their mission is to help ensure that no adoptable pet is euthanized for lack of a good home. Clic...

I’m taking this opportunity to remind everyone that The Red Cross needs your continuous support.  Did you know … The American Red Cross helps people in emergencies every single  day?    It’s True! Whether its half a million disaster victims or one sick child who needs blood,  their work is made possible by people like you and me. There are various ways you can help out.  Through financial  donations, blood drives, volunteering to provide assistance in locating and contacting a loved one,  finding and providing shelter and supplies, help others recover from disasters and much, much more! No special skills are required.    Only your desire to help is needed.  The Red Cross needs people with all kinds of different backgrounds, talents and skill levels. And, if you need training, they will  provide it. Learn how good it can feel to lend a helping hand -- Support The Red Cross TODAY! Visit their website at  http...