On a sunny day in Seattle, we arrived at the North Helpline Foodbank. We were assigned to various places on the distribution line, handing out canned goods, frozen chicken, and fresh fruit. A few of us also helped people to their cars or nearby apartments. When things slowed down, we composted some bread that was going bad. By 1:30, we were all very hungry after hanging around all that food. So after helping with clean up, we went to a local place that was suggested by a fellow volunteer.
And here's our team photo of us grubbin and drinking beer!
P.S. In case you're wondering who is North Helpline:
North Helpline Emergency Services and Foodbank started in 1989 by a small group of volunteers who noticed many of their neighbors were not able to pay rent, cover bills or simply put food on the table. This group of people started collecting food and financial support to distribute it to those who needed it the most - awesome! the group grew to 600+ of volunteers who have contributed over 20,000 hours of work on a monthly basis (isn't that amazing!?). You and I will be helping North Helpline do work in continuing their mission to provide the community with basic human emergency services to promote dignity, self respect and hope. Check out their website if you have a chance http://www.northhelpline.org/index.html.
Cheers!
