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By Amy Krug, president of the Rotary Club of Flint, Michigan, USA

We have been heartened by the outpouring of support from Rotary members in response to the water crisis in our city of Flint, Michigan. In April of 2014, a switch in the source of water from Lake Huron to the Flint River without an appropriate corrosive control plan resulted in erosion of pipe scale, lead solder, and lead copper joints which allowed the release of this lead into our water supply.

While the crisis is now news throughout the United States, work has been taking place on the ground for many months. Systems are in place to begin to address the immediate needs of families impacted by this emergency. Fire stations, churches, and community partners have been serving as points of access for families in need of water or water filters, while local agencies have been collecting and distributing donations as they come in.

We have been working with Rotary clubs throughout our area to coordinate some of this generous response. Here are ways you can help:

The Community Services committee within the M-T Sunrise Rotary is busy planning its next community endeavor!

Throughout the entire month of February, we will be collecting non-perishable food items to help support Family Sharing of Ozaukee County.

Family Sharing’s client base is comprised of Ozaukee County residents, which includes low-income families with children, the elderly, and those who deal with serious physical and mental health issues.

• 44% of the individuals they serve are under the age of 18.
• 30% of individuals who participate in their program are 65 years of age and older.
• Almost 42,000 pounds of food are distributed to 600 households EVERY month (Program participants are able to visit the pantry once every two weeks, and will receive enough food for that time period).

The food supply is at a critical low at this time of year, and every item you donate is much appreciated (Please check to be sure that none of the items are expired). Please bring your non-perishable food items to our weekly Rotary meetings on Fridays throughout February. Additionally, we are placing barrels at the BMO Harris Bank locations on Mequon Rd. in Mequon as well as on Main Street in Thiensville. Our M-T Sunrise Rotary logo will be proudly displayed with the barrels so everyone can see all of the wonderful projects we do to help support and strengthen the community.

Thank you for your support in helping those less fortunate living right here in our own backyards. Let’s help give everyone a warm meal that can enjoy with their family!