The largest single donation in JONAH’s 14-year history will almost certainly be used for the unglamorous but essential purpose of paying operating costs. The recent $15,000 donation came from Lloyd and Florence Shepherd of Altoona, who became aware of JONAH (Joining Our Neighbors, Advancing Hope) in its early years through their church. The Shepherds said in an interview that they think JONAH is doing important work in the community and wanted to support its efforts after they came into a financial windfall. After talking at some length with JONAH organizer Lynn Buske about the organization’s greatest needs, Lloyd said they agreed that the donation should be used to help keep it running. To read more about the donation and about the Shepherds, please click on the headline.