By David A. Schwartz | Forum Publishing Group
Sun-Sentinel

October 22, 2007
 

An anonymous donor's pledge will help Boca Raton Helping Hands to double the number of low income families and individuals it can assist through the end of the year.

Linda Gove, executive director, said the donor pledged to match all contributions up to $100,000.

"We've had a slight cutback in some of our income sources, including the city," said David Freudenberg, president of Boca Raton Helping Hands pres. He said the pledge couldn't come at a better time. "If a $50 contribution feeds one family for a month, suddenly it feeds two families. Instead of paying the light bill for an individual, we can pay the light bill for two people," he said.

The cutback in the building trades has brought a lot of families to the charity, Freudenberg said. "We're there stepping in right and left. The demand for our services has never been greater."

To contribute to the Boca Helping Hands Challenge call 561-417-0913, extension 100 or visit www.BocaHelpingHands.org.