Just two days prior to his inauguration, President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, along with their children and grandchildren, joined Philabundance staff and volunteers in paying tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. and the spirit of volunteerism and public service for which he stood. We were honored
As Litty Paolone approached retirement in 2020, she knew she wanted to put her newfound time to good use. What she didn’t realize was just how much time she’d have. Litty, an employee of the city of Philadelphia, was out of work for nearly three months, and began working with
In his business ventures, his philanthropic interests — and even his hobbies — Gene Epstein’s passion is undeniable. But, above all else, it’s his desire to help others that provides him the greatest sense of purpose. “I’ve always believed it’s imperative to do whatever you can to help others,” says
The 2020 holiday season looked a lot different for many in the Philadelphia region, including Philabundance. We are so grateful to our wonderful donors and friends in the community who came together — whether virtually or at safe distances – to ensure that the annual events we have come to
For many residents of Chester, Pennsylvania, fresh and healthy food options are by no means guaranteed. In a community with many living at or below the poverty line, the staff at CityTeam Chester witness firsthand the impact that their food pantry program has on the city’s residents, according to Anna
Dear Friend, I hope this issue of The Feed finds you happy and healthy as we all settle into a new year, one full of possibility for Philabundance and all those we serve. It’s been nearly a year since life as we knew it changed with the onset of COVID-19.