Sunflowers For Sallie Keeps Growing And Serving Maryland Families

The nonprofit Sunflowers for Sallie started as the brainchild of Millersville resident Rita Williams-Ellingwood, who wanted to provide “baskets of hope” for families in need of meals during the holidays. Volunteers put together 125 baskets in 2021 and have done more each year, with a goal of 400 for 2024.

Sunflowers for Sallie is partnering with several groups in Anne Arundel County to host its annual Thanksgiving event on November 23, and a second event will be held on December 14. Ruth Parker Eason School in Millersville is hosting the nonprofit’s December event for families who attend Marley Glen School, Central Special School and Ruth Parker Eason School.

Sunflowers for Sallie is collecting donations via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle and by check. For more information or to volunteer, visit www.sunflowersforsallie.org or email sunflowersforsallie@gmail.com.