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The Need is Real

People are already waiting at the Thomas Campbell apartments in Washington when the Food Helpers truck pulls up. They’ve qualified for a state program to receive a Senior Box.Susan steps right up, not only to get her box, but to help others get theirs. “This helps a heck of a lot of people. ...

One Crisis, Four Responses

Everyone knows what happened last year. The media showed us bewildered people who never thought they’d wait in long lines for food. Four Washington County residents saw the need and took action, and they all did something different.Stan Solak knew Ben’s Men was called to help. The men’s ...

VOLUNTEERISM

For millennia, people have asked a universal question. “What is my responsibility to my fellow humans?” Maybe it’s as simple as the word itself: response-ability, the ability to respond.During the pandemic, people needed access to food. Four Washington county heroes answered that call. ...

Food Helpers is here to help

If you’re from Western Pennsylvania, you probably know Mr. Rodger’s advice for people in need: “Look for the helpers.”When it comes to food in Washington County, look for the food helpers.Staff members, volunteers and board members at the Greater Washington County Food Bank spent the ...