"A Champion is a winner, A hero, Someone who never gives up, Even when the going gets rough, A hopeful spirit."- Mattie Stepanek This quote describes Paul Nicol.
The Board of the Hanson Food Pantry recently honored Paul Nicol at a small gathering at the Pantry. The kitchen area of the Pantry is now the “Paul Nicol Kitchen”. To give the Pantry a permanent home, Paul spearheaded the renovation of the old Nurses’ Dorm on the grounds of the vacated Plymouth County Hospital. With the help of volunteers, Paul worked tirelessly for over two years to make the space a welcoming place for people in the need of food and assistance. Paul’s attention to detail is evident all throughout the Pantry, such as refinishing the original hardwood floors, removing mold and mildew and guaranteeing the Pantry was a safe environment for all clients and volunteers. Rep Josh Cutler recently presented Paul with a citation from the Massachusetts House of Representatives. At the presentation, the Board thanked Rep. Cutler for his help in securing a grant for the Pantry. The grant allowed the Pantry to purchase new appliances, prepping tables, hygiene products and moving carts. The Pantry is forever indebted to wonderful people and volunteers like Paul Nicol and Rep. Josh Cutler.
The Board of the Hanson Food Pantry recently honored Paul Nicol at a small gathering at the Pantry. The kitchen area of the Pantry is now the “Paul Nicol Kitchen”. To give the Pantry a permanent home, Paul spearheaded the renovation of the old Nurses’ Dorm on the grounds of the vacated Plymouth County Hospital. With the help of volunteers, Paul worked tirelessly for over two years to make the space a welcoming place for people in the need of food and assistance. Paul’s attention to detail is evident all throughout the Pantry, such as refinishing the original hardwood floors, removing mold and mildew and guaranteeing the Pantry was a safe environment for all clients and volunteers. Rep Josh Cutler recently presented Paul with a citation from the Massachusetts House of Representatives. At the presentation, the Board thanked Rep. Cutler for his help in securing a grant for the Pantry. The grant allowed the Pantry to purchase new appliances, prepping tables, hygiene products and moving carts. The Pantry is forever indebted to wonderful people and volunteers like Paul Nicol and Rep. Josh Cutler.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING AT THE PANTRY - CALL 781-293-1400.
A thank you to all our volunteers and our Director who are working so hard to make sure people in need have food.
WANT TO HELP PEOPLE IN NEED AND WORK WITH A GREAT GROUP PEOPLE. VOLUNTEER AT THE HANSON FOOD PANTRY. WE ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE TO BAG AND STOCK SHELVES. CALL 781-293-1400, IF NO ONE ANSWERS PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE.
Want to volunteer at the Pantry, here are some volunteer jobs that are available:
1. Working when the Pantry is open as grocery baggers or coordinators, who talk to the clients, Current hours 10-noon Tuesday and 6-8 p.m. on Fridays. Usual assignment once a month.
2. Stocking the Pantry on Mondays at 9 a.m. or Fridays at 10 a.m.
3. Pick up Donation Sites on Mondays 8-9 a.m. weekly.
4. Food Drives and other large donations. (Organize pick up or delivery of items and schedule volunteers to process the items and put them away.)
5. Assist with large shipments of food on the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of every month at approximately 11 a.m.
6. Liaison with community whenever needed.
7. Technology monthly reports, scheduling, form creation and copying.
8. Inventory control and associated data records.
9. Corresponding Secretary Thank you notes and other communications.
10. Cleaning Jobs in the pantry as needed.
1. Working when the Pantry is open as grocery baggers or coordinators, who talk to the clients, Current hours 10-noon Tuesday and 6-8 p.m. on Fridays. Usual assignment once a month.
2. Stocking the Pantry on Mondays at 9 a.m. or Fridays at 10 a.m.
3. Pick up Donation Sites on Mondays 8-9 a.m. weekly.
4. Food Drives and other large donations. (Organize pick up or delivery of items and schedule volunteers to process the items and put them away.)
5. Assist with large shipments of food on the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of every month at approximately 11 a.m.
6. Liaison with community whenever needed.
7. Technology monthly reports, scheduling, form creation and copying.
8. Inventory control and associated data records.
9. Corresponding Secretary Thank you notes and other communications.
10. Cleaning Jobs in the pantry as needed.
As a volunteer, you may never know how you have touched or helped someone. Whether it be one person or a family of many, do know every time you volunteer you are helping someone in need. Someone who through no fault of of their own, needs food, a smile and helping hand.