Sharing the Spirit

Courtesy photo

Sharing the generosity of Ascena Retail associates, Jane Stemler (left)

presents a $300 check to Karen Hirt Mannon and Martha Rainbolt of the

Putnam County Non-food Pantry. After hosting bake sales and other

fundraisers at work, the associates were able to contribute two boxes of

non-food items such as bleach, shampoo and body wash as well as the

money. The Non-food Pantry is supported solely by gifts and donations.

"We were very excited to get Jane's call," Hirt, executive director of

the pantry, said. "We appreciate any and all donations and theirs was

heartfelt and generous."