The average pair of eyeglasses in the United States costs between $200 and $300. If you live on a limited income or have more than one person in your house who needs glasses, this cost may be more than you can afford. Glasses, new clothes, and food are needs that a person cannot avoid, and the cost of these things can overwhelm the working poor among us.
Since 1968, Skyline has been serving the people of Oklahoma City. Skyline exists to serve at-risk children, youth, and adults by providing the basic resources a person needs. Skyline provides food to working families and individuals who otherwise might spend days and nights waiting for their next payday. At Skyline, there is a style shop where the community can shop for 10 free, gently used items to help clothe each person in their household.
Jessica is a single mom of two teenagers. She works full-time but still needs help with groceries from time to time. She often visits Skyline on the third Saturday of the month when they are open, so those working on weekdays can access all that is provided at Skyline. Jessica shared her gratitude for the big help she and her family have received from Skyline, “I want to give a sincere thanks to all the Skyline donors because, without you, my family and other families would have seen a lot more hungry days. I only come in when I’m in need, but I know that when I do, you are there. Thank God for you all and everything you do!”
Skyline is working to bless so many people in our community. Just over 54,000 people have come through their doors this year to shop in the food pantry, find fresh vegetables harvested from the urban garden, receive help with eyeglasses, or shop at the style shop. The number of people coming through their doors has significantly increased in the past two years. St. Luke’s is proud to work alongside the incredible team at Skyline to help feed the hungry, bring sight to those in need, and clothe people who are working hard but need a little help. Skyline is a ministry partner of St. Luke’s, and together, we are the hands and feet of Christ to our community.
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