Harvard Food Pantry continues to grow and give to those in need. Every first and third Saturday morning of the month, the Harvard Food Pantry provides various food and hygiene items to around 30-45 families by way of a drive-through at the Harvard Methodist Church.
“This group is so important because we help fill the void of families financial and social needs,” volunteer Cindy Reutzel said.
Around 30 people volunteer at the Harvard Food Pantry, but out of the 30, there are about 12 volunteers who devote their time to help out with the food pantry on dayto- day operations. Various churches, town groups, and school staff members also support the Harvard Food Pantry.
“It’s a humbling experience to volunteer, and it warms my heart to help those in need,” volunteer Elaine Almond said.
Volunteering at the Harvard Food Pantry consists of unloading trucks, sorting foods, loading food boxes, and distributing the food.