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'Farm Fresh Food Boxes Go To Families': Alameda Heroes

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Patch is honoring local heroes nominated by readers.
Patch is honoring local heroes nominated by readers. (Courtesy Photo)

ALAMEDA, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Mary Manuel who nominated Nancy Labelle and Raquel Ramos of Alameda.

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Name: Nancy Labelle and Raquel Ramos

State: CA

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Home town: Alameda

Hero's job: Down Syndrome Connection of East Bay

Reason for recognition: Nancy LaBelle and Raquel Ramos coordinated weekly Farm Fresh food boxes since May, making sure boxes go to families with children with Down Syndrome. This past month, Farm Fresh even delivered!

One thing to know: Both Blessed with GOD's spiritual gifts

Thank you for all you do, Nancy and Raquel!

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

Read about other heroes from across California here.

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