Michael and his brother, Tim, are both dealing with debilitating health concerns. Tim had a leg amputated and hasn’t been able to return to his processing job, which required walking about 10 to 15 miles each shift. Michael’s recovering from a heart attack and also hasn’t been able to work.

​“I like to pay it forward,” Joyce says. “It makes you feel good. You’re helping other people.” She began volunteering at one of our partners in St. George, Kan. a couple years ago. Joyce was motivated to give back because she and her family also visit the pantry for help with food.

About two and a half years ago, Ruth Roe decided to retire after working more than 30 years in the convenience store business. Her husband had passed away, and though she was helping care for her mother, Ruth realized she had new free time to fill. She immediately thought of Harvesters.

Harvesters couldn’t be more grateful to have the support of friends like you in response to COVID-19. Among the countless people you’ve helped during this critical time is Christine, who lives in Roeland Park, Kan.

​This is certainly an unprecedented and challenging time for all of us. Everyone has felt some kind of impact from COVID-19.