23 Dec Listening to Our Neighbors

We recently partnered with Philabundance to host a community listening session focused on food access. The conversation was honest and inspiring. Neighbors shared that disabilities, medical conditions, and rising costs are among their greatest challenges.

One neighbor said, “Access to food doesn’t just fill my stomach—it fills my soul. They make me feel like I matter.” Another reflected, “You can plan and save, but sometimes the bottom falls out from under you.” He added that what stood out most was being treated as a neighbor, not a client: “It’s genuine, and we feel that.”

These voices guide us as we strengthen our food pantry and advocate for empathy and support at every level. As one neighbor reminded us, “Without you guys doing the things you do, so many people would go hungry.” We will keep listening—because together, we can ensure no one feels invisible and everyone feels valued.