The Denny Menholt Auto Group in Rapid City stepped up in a big way for families enrolled in Youth & Family Services (YFS) programs this past week! The area business made a generous donation that allowed YFS to purchase 400 Thanksgiving meals which were distributed to families enrolled in the organization’s programs.

“This has been a challenging year for all of us,” said Krista Morrison, Director of Marketing and Communications for Denny Menholt Auto Group. “As a local business, we are committed to not only providing exceptional service to our customers but also doing what we can to build and sustain a better community. We are proud to sponsor this community outreach effort to meet the basic needs of families who may be struggling right now.”

Morrison went on to explain, “We stand behind our mission that together we make a difference in our community. The Denny Menholt Auto dealerships have a strong partnership with Youth & Family Services because this organization has a successful history of meeting needs. We hope that our commitment will inspire others to do the same.”

YFS teamed with Timmons Market to order the food items that would make up each meal. In addition to placing and organizing the order, Timmons allowed YFS to purchase the food at a reduced rate; this enabled the non-profit to stretch their funds, thereby feeding more families.

YFS staff assembled the meals on November 18. Families were able to pick up their meals later that day. Each of the 400 families were given a turkey, two cans of corn, 5 lbs. of potatoes, gravy, Jello, dinner rolls, and a pie. YFS staff delivered meals to enrolled families living outside Rapid City.

“We are overcome with gratitude,” shared Connie Olson, YFS’ Chief Development Officer. “The generosity that the Denny Menholt Auto Group has extended to these families is just unbelievable. We are truly thankful for this caring and compassionate donation, and are so grateful for the continued support YFS receives from our wonderful community partners.”