The Brightside Project in Salem, has recently gotten a $30,000 grant from the Ruth Beecher Charitable Trust.

The money will significantly improve the organization's Food for Kids program, which provides essential resources to children between the ages of three and 18.

"This generous support will enable us to provide essential food, hygiene products and literacy materials to children in our community, ensuring their will being and development," said Lisa Vittorio, co-director of The Brightside Project.

Food for Kids happens twice monthly and aims to increase access to basic necessities and foster developmental assets.

It's particularly focused on helping children who've experienced trauma or adverse childhood experiences, with the goal of building resilience and hope, according to a news release from the organization.

"No matter what they face in life, we want them to believe in themselves and know that they have a bright future," Vittorio said. "Everything we do is about giving them hope."

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