Springfield Family Center, Inc.

November 4th "Buy a Day; Make a Difference honoree:

Jack Daniels

Jack’s family, led by Tessa Daniels, has graciously purchased today in loving memory of Jack on his birthday. Their love and remembrance are being shared with others in a beautiful way, because of their generosity, 30 of our neighbors who might otherwise have had to skip a meal will have something to eat today.

Thank you, Tessa and Daniel's family, for supporting the Springfield Family Center in such a meaningful way and for turning love and remembrance into action that nourishes our community.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Jack, with love from your family!

Would you like to join the Daniels family in honoring Jack on his birthday?

All donations made today in Jack’s memory will be matched, up $100! Click the link to donate: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY

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To learn more about how you can also "Buy a Day" and make a difference, visit: Springfield Family Center -

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November 5th "Buy a Day; Make a Difference honoree:

Rick Johnson

This day has been generously sponsored by Nick Merrill through our Buy a Day, Make a Difference program, in loving memory of Rick Johnson.

By purchasing this day in Rick’s honor, Nick has made it possible to provide 30 nourishing meals to food-insecure neighbors in our community. This meaningful tribute reflects the deep love and lasting impact Rick had on those around him.

Through remembrance, Nick is honoring Rick’s legacy with compassion, generosity, and care for others, truly a powerful way to keep his spirit alive in our community.

Thank you, Nick, for sharing Rick’s legacy with us.

Would you like to join Nick in celebrating Rick’s memory?

All donations made today in Rick’s name will be matched up to $100 to help us continue feeding those in need.

Click the link to donate: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPYhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY

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To learn more about how you can also "Buy a Day" and make a difference, visit: Springfield Family Center -

https://springfieldfamilycenter.com/ways-to-give

Click here to learn how you can Buy a Day and Make a difference

November 7th "Buy a Day; Make a Difference honoree:

Wendy Sheridan

Springfield Family Center is thrilled to celebrate Wendy Sheridan on her birthday!!

This birthday has been generously sponsored by Christine Young, Beth Koheler and Sapphire Stretton through our Buy a Day; Make a Difference program. Christine, Beth and Sapphire wanted to honor Wendy as a wonderful mother, grandmother, wife, and all-around amazing person.

With multiple people lovingly honoring Wendy on the same day, the impact is twice as much, providing 60 nourishing meals to food-insecure neighbors in our community. What a beautiful way to celebrate Wendy’s life and the positive impact she has on everyone around her.

Happy Birthday Wendy! Thank you, Christine and Beth, for celebrating Wendy in such a meaningful way, showing that generosity and love are the best birthday gifts of all!

Would you like to join Christine and Beth in celebrating Wendy?

Any additional donations made today in Wendy’s honor will be matched up to $100, helping us continue feeding those in need.

Click the link to donate today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY

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To learn more about how you can also "Buy a Day" and make a difference, visit: Springfield Family Center -

https://springfieldfamilycenter.com/ways-to-give

Click here to learn how you can Buy a Day and Make a difference

Today's Buy a Day, Make a Difference Honoree: James Harris

On the eve of Veterans Day, we are proud to honor one of our very own!

Today’s “Buy a Day, Make a Difference” was generously purchased by Pat Graves in recognition of James’ hard work and dedication, not only as a vital member of the Springfield Family Center team, but also as an active community member who cares deeply about those we serve and about his fellow veterans. As a Navy veteran himself, James continues to embody service, compassion, and commitment every day.

We couldn’t think of a more deserving person to honor. Thank you, Pat! Because of your generosity, 30 of our food-insecure neighbors will receive a hot meal today.

Would you like to join Pat in honoring James? All donations made today in his honor will be matched, up to $100!

Click the link to donate today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPYhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY

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To learn more about how you can also "Buy a Day" and make a difference, visit: Springfield Family Center -

https://springfieldfamilycenter.com/ways-to-give

Click here to learn how you can Buy a Day and Make a difference

Helping our Food Insecure Neighbors

Springfield Family Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves our food insecure neighbors in the greater Springfield area. Many in our community struggle with knowing where their next meal will come from:

Springfield Family Center’s Ongoing Response to food Insecurity in our Community:

In the last fiscal year, SFC rose to meet the growing need:

School Pantry: 1,483 lbs of food distributed to 141 student households.
Recipe Kits: Distributed to 114 families
Prepared Meals: 25,523 meals made and distributed
Bread Distribution: 14,912 loaves shared
Fresh Produce Access: 5,060 individuals served
Holiday Meal Boxes: 56 boxes, feeding 275 individuals

Food Shelf: 61,936 lbs of food distributed through 1,065 visits, serving 2,155 people cumulatively Including:

87 veterans
505 seniors
444 children
693 individuals living with a disability

Community Meals Prepared: As mentioned, a total of 25,523 meals were made and distributed. Of these:

· 695 meals were provided to veterans

· 5,411 meals served seniors

· 1,836 meals went to children

· 5,671 meals supported individuals with disabilities

Emergency Meal Program:

279 meals distributed after hours via the Town Library. We also supply shelf stable food to the Springfield Town Police Station, Community Health Team, and Local Resource Center for after-hour needs.

YOU CAN HELP BY BUYING A MEAL FOR A NEIGHBOR

For $10 you can “buy” an entire prepared meal for one person or enough ingredients from our food shelf to provide an entire meal for a household consisting of 2-3 people.

Springfield Family Center Thanks You for Your Support!

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Springfield Family Center Services

November 2025 Buy a Day; Make a Difference Honorees

Helping our Food Insecure Neighbors

Please Consider Becoming a Sustaining Donor

Subscribe to our Newsletter

"I have the audacity to believe that people everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for the minds and dignity, equality and freedom for their spirits." Martin Luther King, Jr.

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