Editor:

Thanks to each and every person who contributed in any way to feed hungry people in the Rhinelander area last year. The Rhinelander Area Food Pantry could not operate without your commitment of time, energy and money.

The number of area individuals, groups, organizations, churches, foundations, government offices/agencies, schools, clubs, businesses and industries that support the RAFP is many and varied. It would be impossible to thank each of you individually because of the many ways to contribute anonymously or through other organizations.

On behalf of all Pantry volunteers and customers, thank you sincerely for your support.

As a result of you generosity we were able to adequately staff The Pantry, distribute more than 435,000 pounds of food to an average of 433 households per month and meet annual expenses of over $150,000.

Guy Hansen, Rhinelander Area Food Pantry