COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — City sales tax revenue has declined as local business owners report customers are spending less than usual, but area nonprofits say donations remain steady even as more people seek help.

Randy Sirota, Director of More than a Meal Ministries for over a decade, describes his experience in two words.

"You get joys and struggles," said Sirota.

One struggle that could present itself this season of giving is fewer donations. Sirota says his ministry is small and benefits from regular donors.

"I see donors come and go, and there's some that have stuck with us over the years," he said.

Donations go to both food and clothing given to those in need every Saturday morning. From what he's seen, Sirota says there has not been a drop-off in contributions yet.

"I do

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