Service: 9 hours
During Thanksgiving Break, I worked alongside other Key Club members and volunteers to help package and distribute food to the underprivileged. This volunteering experience was truly amazing and unforgettable. On Tuesday night, we packaged goods in preparation for distribution the next day. An assembly line system was created to ensure the packaging process went smoothly and efficiently. I started with an empty, plastic bag at the beginning of the line, and as I proceeded through the line, food items were dropped into my bag until it was full. Although this task was simple and easy, it was extremely important to the preparation process. Through teamwork, we were able to package thousands of goods in a very short period of time. The next day was dedicated to the distribution of the goods. In groups, we passed out the food and helped the families carry it to their cars. This experience was immensely rewarding. The joy and gratitude the families showed when they received their food reminded me to be thankful for all of the blessings that I have. The families were incredibly kind and optimistic despite their personal hardships - they never stopped smiling! Their optimism was inspiring, and it reminded me to never let go of hope. I am so incredibly grateful for this experience that allowed me to work alongside friends while helping the community.
During Thanksgiving Break, I worked alongside other Key Club members and volunteers to help package and distribute food to the underprivileged. This volunteering experience was truly amazing and unforgettable. On Tuesday night, we packaged goods in preparation for distribution the next day. An assembly line system was created to ensure the packaging process went smoothly and efficiently. I started with an empty, plastic bag at the beginning of the line, and as I proceeded through the line, food items were dropped into my bag until it was full. Although this task was simple and easy, it was extremely important to the preparation process. Through teamwork, we were able to package thousands of goods in a very short period of time. The next day was dedicated to the distribution of the goods. In groups, we passed out the food and helped the families carry it to their cars. This experience was immensely rewarding. The joy and gratitude the families showed when they received their food reminded me to be thankful for all of the blessings that I have. The families were incredibly kind and optimistic despite their personal hardships - they never stopped smiling! Their optimism was inspiring, and it reminded me to never let go of hope. I am so incredibly grateful for this experience that allowed me to work alongside friends while helping the community.