2 min read by Brian Flagg, To everyone who donated to Casa Maria this holiday season. We exist entirely on private donations, so many more people would be more hungry and desperate and without a voice if not for the generosity of the donors. Often times we get supportive notes along with a check or some cash. These warm my heart and help sustain me in the struggle. Here is one of my faves:                                                                                                                                                            12/17/13 Dear Brian and all at Casa Maria, Enclosed is a check in the amount of $60 which represents a week’s salary for each of  the six staff members. I wish it