News at DESC!
The Great Electric Emergency 2017 Wraps Up
The Great Electric Emergency was held on Tuesday, April 25th at the Avondale Mellow Mushroom. It was an exciting evening as Superheroes Captain Underwear and Commander Current joined by Co-Chair Shay Hill invited all the sponsors and teams to light up 154 houses. This event set a new record for DESC raising over $38,000. Keeping […]
Read MoreSpring 2017 Newsletter
Spring has sprung and with it the DESC Newsletter! Click here to learn more about what is happening at DESC. Read the newsletter here.
Read MoreRice is Nice!
Late in the spring DESC got a call about the need for rice. While macaroni and cheese is one of the all-time favorites and most requested food items, rice is often requested by our families. “I believe as many as 40 out of 100 people who ask for food want rice,” commented Roger Snyder, the […]
Read MoreSummer 2016 Newsletter
Our Summer newsletter is here! Click here to learn more about what is happening at DESC. This month we have new volunteers, growth in our grocery ministry and photos from the Great Electric Emergency. Read the newsletter here.
Read MoreSave The Date for The 2016 “Where’s Bubba?”
Bubba will be popping up around town this fall to promote DESC and our mission to help our neighbors in need. His adventure will conclude with a fun-filled night of dinner and dancing. Music from Woods & Bridges Dancing and Hors d’oeuvres Dinner and Drinks Indoor Fishing Simulators When: Saturday, November 4th, 2017 Reception/Fishing 5:30 P.M Dinner 7:00 P.M. Where: […]
Read MoreClient Stories: Mike
Some months ago a young man, Mike, showed up at DESC. He was hungry and tired. He said he was just an ordinary guy but had hit some very bad luck. DESC gave him groceries to help get his energy and his spirits up. Mike returned, but not to ask for more groceries. Instead, he shared he was working again and back […]
Read MoreClient Stories: Megan
Megan came to DESC after her roommate, who split rent with her, moved out unexpectedly. She was in a car accident that led to neck and back problems and left her unable to pay for her car’s repairs. Megan found herself in the hospital with pneumonia and was diagnosed with spinal cancer. She had to […]
Read MoreClient Stories: Harry
Harry is a Vietnam War veteran who was disabled from a service-related injury. When he met with a Veteran Affairs social worker, they said they would help with his JEA bill. Somehow, the paperwork was mixed up and his power was disconnected. Harry’s supplemental security income was also denied. The increased stress has made his […]
Read MoreClient Stories: Camilla
Camilla came to DESC after a mix-up with her supplemental security income put her behind in paying rent. She would pay the rent a little at a time, and even had to use her security deposit. Every time the landlord asks her for rent, Camilla said she feels terrible. Because of DESC, she’s caught up […]
Read MoreClient Stories: Danny
At 63, Danny lives alone and plays the piano for his church. Because his supplemental security income was denied, he had to move to a smaller apartment. His old home leaked around the windows and was never warm enough. Danny took care of his elderly parents both physically and financially until they passed away. In […]
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