The hard economic crisis of today does not discriminate, it has also affected our prestigious Fountain Hills community. Children go hungry and parents are concerned how to get basic essentials to live.

Like the good folks who have fallen on unfortunate times, so has Extended Hands Food Bank and Max’s Closet. Both of these organizations work hard to assist families in need. Not only by providing food to eat, but also beds for children to sleep on and household items to set up a home. Families can find clothes including attire for adults seeking employment.

There was even a back-to-school supplies drive for those in need. Max’s is a place that families have come to depend on for help because we keep things affordable and in many instances free.

We have become another source for our churches and schools to help families who come to them seeking help. EHFB and Max’s is not only a place that people depend for help, but have become places of hope for many.

EHFB and Max’s have been dealt a much unexpected blow. It is called “investors.” Investors who care more about the dollars than the people of our community. With the loss of donated space, leasing changes and the unwillingness to be flexible, it has left us in a financial crisis regarding the future of Max’s Closet. The promise of locks being placed on the doors is coming closer to reality. There may not be a next month.

Monetary, space donations and fundraising efforts are needed. If you can help please contact Pastor David Iverson of EHFB/The Warehouse (480-837-0303) or Lisa Hadsall of Max’s Closet (480-580-2889).

With your help we can continue to serve our community one family at a time.