Pickles Deli Owner Kim Bailey saw hungry people coming into her shop with no money for food, so she decided to do something about it.
"Community is our whole life over here," says Owner Kim Bailey."Everyone needs each other, everyone relies on each other for everything."So, Bailey decided to do what she does best: comfort her community with food.Bailey created the"Island Menu" -- a handful of sandwiches, chicken, turkey, tuna or veggie, that she will give to those in need, no questions asked.
On South Whidbey Island, where Pickles is located, 35% of students qualify for free and reduced meals. There are 205 children who receive free weekend meals on the island. That's up 20% from last year. Most heartwarming for Bailey, all of the sandwiches are being paid for with donations. Customers leave a little extra money when they pay for lunch at the counter.
"Which blows my mind," says Bailey."It makes me want to cry, actually. The people here are so good, and everyone feels so good about being able to help out in a little way. It will make a big difference."
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