By Claudia Loucks
Geneseo Current
Kathleen Roby has been named “Volunteer of the Month” for July at the Geneseo-Atkinson Food Pantry. She has been volunteering at the Food Pantry for nine months, and assists guests in the food room and stocks shelves.
Roby enjoys sewing and quilting, and she said the best thing about volunteering at the Food Pantry is helping staff and guests, and meeting new people.
Her most memorable experience at the Food Pantry was when she had the privilege of helping a new guest with small children. The guest was embarrassed for needing to ask for help, but Roby provided positive support and reassurance, and by the end of the visit, the individual felt more confident.
Nicole Freadhoff, assistant director at the Food Pantry, said, “Thank you for all your help, Kathleen!”
