meals to 200-plus homeless men, ….

meals to 200-plus homeless men, women and families. It was started by an Irish woman who fed the homeless at a local park. I know first-hand all the good they do, as I was a volunteer there for several years. Visit MarysKitchen.Org or call (714) 633-0444.

Andree O’Brien, Mutual 17

• Hearts and Hands United in Giving (HHUG)

HHUG is a small, local nonprofit dedicated to helping the homeless in the community. It accepts donations of clean, used towels; new, unopened, travel-size shampoos, soaps and lotions; and disposable razors.

The only clothing accepted is new socks and new underwear for men and women. To donate any of these items, contact Susan Hopewell at (562) 430-6044 for pick up, or leave donations on her patio in Mutual 6, 62-A. These donations are delivered to the Long Beach Beach Multi-Service Center, which provides a variety of services to homeless individuals and families, including showers.

To make a financial donation and to learn more about HHUG, visit hhug.org. Linda Neer, Mutual 2; Susan Hopewell, Mutual 6

• Precious Life Shelter Precious Life Shelter, 3622 Florista St., Los Alamitos, (562) 431-5025, supports homeless pregnant women of all ages. It is supported by the Precious Life Thrift Store, where I have been volunteering for the last five years. We accept all types of donations, except furniture, and are always looking for volunteers to assist with the donations.

Nancy L. Lopez, Mutual 15

• Golden Age Foundation The Golden Age Foundation (GAF) is staffed and run by volunteers. The GAF, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, was established in 1973 to enhance the quality of life in LW. GAF relies on donations of time, talent and funding from residents, groups and organizations. People can support the GAF by sending checks to: Golden Age Foundation, P.O. Box 2369, Seal Beach, CA, 90740; tax ID: 23-7273105. To learn more about the GAF, visit www.goldenagefdn.org. Anna Derby, Mutual 5