Damien’s has utilized this GBFB grant to open a new food pantry and warehouse facility that will transform the way it serves people in Plymouth County, particularly in the Wareham, Brockton, and New Bedford areas.
Behind the scenes at GBFB, amidst the towers of food and bustling volunteers, lies a sweet story of dedication and compassion. It’s the story of people like Merrill Forman, who have found purpose, community, and fulfillment in giving back.
DeeAnn’s story resembles countless others, illustrating the resilience of the human spirit amidst hardship. DeeAnn and her daughter embody the unwavering determination to overcome, empowered by the nourishment they receive through food and community support.
At the heart of BJ’s mission lies a profound purpose—to help families meet their essential needs—by providing access to nutritious food and supporting education, health, and wellness.
Corinne Pimental’s story is a perfect example of how the tables can turn, where someone who once relied on their local food pantry for assistance is now giving back by volunteering and helping others in similar situations.
Anna’s journey from Newcastle, England, to the United States is one of love, commitment, and perseverance.
GBFB is grateful to Liberty Mutual and its employees for volunteering hundreds of hours annually and donating.
As the primary food source for our neighbors in need, GBFB is pivotal in supporting organizations like Our Neighbors’ Table (ONT), a fast-growing food access organization serving 12 communities in northern Essex County.
Deborah Kane is an enthusiastic ally of our mission to end hunger here, as demonstrated by her dedicated and broad-ranging involvement with GBFB.
GBFB’s Warehouse Operations team works as a well-oiled machine to get food into the community to feed Eastern Massachusetts.