Hungry Little Boy Dialed 911
Unexpected Call
When an 8-year-old boy named Mateo silently dialed 911, a nearby officer responded. She found Mateo and his younger sister alone at home. “We’re hungry,” Mateo explained. Their fridge held only milk and ketchup.
A Family in Need
The children’s mother, working two jobs, was unaware they had called for help. The officer noted, “The place was tidy and clean despite being quite sparse.” Rosa, a paramedic, soon arrived with sandwiches.
Inspiring Action
Deeply moved, Rosa later told the officer she wanted to start a community support effort. Her idea, Midnight Meals, united volunteers, officers, and paramedics to help families in need.
Full Circle
Weeks later, Rosa and the officer visited Mateo again. Their home was brighter, and the family had more resources. Mateo beamed as he received a new backpack. His mother expressed deep gratitude: “Thank you for everything you’ve done for my family.”
