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Sharing Place tells Lawrence Township board it's a lifeline and asks for volunteers
Summary
Sven Schumacher, representing The Sharing Place, told the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township board that the pantry's Silverbox home-delivery serves about 69 homebound clients, described rising demand since COVID and urged more volunteers and student vocational partnerships.
Sven Schumacher, introduced at the podium, told the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township board that The Sharing Place has seen record demand since the pandemic and described the pantry's role as a community lifeline.
"It's not, as you all know, about food," Schumacher said. "It's about connectedness and being part of a larger community." He said The Sharing Place serves people with hospice and serious illnesses, provides home delivery through a Silverbox program serving about 69 homebound residents, and…
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