Finding Purpose Through Service
Volunteers help prepare dinner at the USHS Adult Center.
Several years ago, my wife and I started making sack lunches to help feed people that were living on Skid Row.
We quickly realized that our efforts, while well-intentioned, were overwhelmed by the immense need and chaos we encountered. It became clear that our approach wasn’t enough to make a lasting impact.
That’s when I discovered Union Station Homeless Services and began donating food pantry items to the Adult Center. Soon, I felt compelled to do more and started volunteering in the kitchen once a week. Working with the dedicated kitchen staff, I’ve been amazed by the quality and the variety of meals that we help to prepare. The commitment to serving nutritious, delicious food is truly inspiring. The most rewarding part has been hearing the residents’ appreciation. Knowing that I’m contributing to their journey toward self-reliance keeps me coming back week after week.
“Knowing that I’m contributing to their journey toward self-reliance keeps me coming back week after week.”
Volunteering at Union Station has given me a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment, proving that together, we can make a real difference in our community, one meal at a time. Matt Bragg USHS Kitchen & Pantry Volunteer, Adult Center
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Author: Matt Bragg
