Jose is a kind and generous man who loves his family and makes friends wherever he goes. Jose loves animals and believes strongly in the healing power of human-animal connections. Jose has been a part of the Chippewa Valley community for over 20 years.

Many people have probably had the please of meeting him on one of their dinning experiences. Jose is always willing and eager to give a helping hand and sees the good in everyone he meets. Jose and his family have worked hard to make their country home a reality so their kids can enjoy the country life. Jose came to the US, enrolled in English classes, and quickly became connected and involved with the community. He has an infectious and loving personality sure to brighten anyone’s day.

Jose supports his wife’s love of gardening. Together they curate a veggie garden that supports their family, their extended family and community, and Jose’s animals. Like many multicultural families, Jose has recently had to support his family through multicultural adversity challenges. This has taken a toll on the family’s mental health and given them some concern for their safety. Jose and his wife could really use some generosity of spirit.

He recently asked me if I knew of any free programs where he could get some trees to plant on his property to help stabilize the land and proved shade and housing for the animals (wild and his own). I think a gift of trees and a variety of vegetables from Chippewa Valley Growers would really help to lift Jose’s spirits and help him and his family see that there are generous people who care about families like his; even when it feels like people are against you for the things you cannot change about yourself. Jose would be much too humble to ask for a gift like this from Chippewa Valley Growers (or anyone for that matter) so I think he deserves a helping hand in supporting his family.