I have met the most caring, dedicated and wonderful people working at Community Action. I was hired to lead the Circles Utah Valley team and that has given me the privilege to become part of the Circles Community. I have gotten to know some really courageous people who are willing to work hard, be vulnerable, and make changes to their lives so that they can be more financially secure and increase their sense of well-being in many aspects of their lives. The volunteers that work with Circles are also some of the most amazing people I have met, giving up their time every week to help those who are struggling by sharing their talents, gifts and friendship with them. Associating with wonderful people and seeing the progress and successes of our participants over time is the "why" of my working here. They have all taught me so much.
Community Action Services and Food Bank provides many services to people in need one of the most satisfying things any agency can do. It brings a great reward to the heart of many to see the joy and relief in the faces of people who find themselves coming up a bit short every month with food, rent money, deposits and much more. A single mother with five growing children who just lost her home or an elderly woman struggling to keep her home on a very limited fixed income, or a homeless person unable to buy food. Everyone has a true story and every story has a face of gratitude when they are able to feed and provide shelter for their family. Sometimes getting back on your feet is not easy and families need a helping hand. Our agency is greatly impacted by the face-to-face involvement with those in need who have received assistance from Community Action Services and Food Bank. I would like to thank everyone working at Community Action and the Food Bank for their good work that changes lives daily.