LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – The South Plains Food Bank distributes more than 400 boxes of food daily, with help from volunteers.
Kris Perez is the volunteer coordinator for the South Plains Food Bank. He says volunteers are essential to its mission of helping families facing food insecurity.
“Without them, we can’t do what we do; we need them every day,” Perez said. “I know during the holiday season people get that warm fuzzy feeling and want to come help, but that help is needed year-round.”
Impact on volunteers
Salem Henry first started volunteering at the food bank for a class but continues to return to help, saying there’s no better feeling…