John, right, thanks volunteer driver Claire while receiving a delivery of groceries at his apartment in Salem. Late last year, demand for food assistance in our area escalated to a level higher than it had been even during the peak months of the pandemic. The cost of essentials like housing, utilities and groceries skyrocketed last…
Maria, an employee of Family Building Blocks, picks up food for her clients with help from volunteer Rick at AWARE Food Bank in Woodburn. Thanks to your generous support, AWARE Food Bank continues to provide the Woodburn community with food, resources, and kindness during a time of high need. During the holiday months, more than…
South Salem High School Developmental Learning Center students Abe, left, and Kellyn, right, bag cucumbers with help from student intern Kate, center. At Marion Polk Food Share’s Volunteer Action Center, a class of special-needs students are developing skills that will help them successfully transition to life after high school. Two mornings each week, the group…
Kathey, left, fills her bag with assistance from volunteer Merri, right, during a pop-up distribution in west Salem. Last spring, when massive inflation drove up the cost of essentials like food, utilities, and gasoline, many of our neighbors turned to Marion Polk Food Share’s partner pantries for help. Families, seniors, and individuals sought relief from…
Seniors in our community are grateful for the nutritious foods they receive from Meals on Wheels. Marion Polk Food Share Meals on Wheels client Don stopped working four years ago when a hip injury brought his longtime career in carpentry to an end. At 72 years old, he’s well past the average age of retirement,…
