Ed died in 1993. His mother in Union City, OK, has continued his tradition of donating a Hope Box every month. For six years, every month Ed purchased food for a needy family. Now I think of Ed and his generous spirit every time his mom brings her food. Besides it helps keep the memory of Ed alive.
Several families donate one every month.
Some donors just bring the food to IHNM for us to deliver. Ed never liked to actually go out with the food, and neither does his mother. Others, however, will purchase the food then get a name from IHNM. and deliver the it to someone's home. It's a good way to get acquainted. Today as I chatted with Mrs. Navarro after carrying the bounty of food into her home, I mentioned Ed.