Local church pantry receives generous donation from the Hampton Roads REALTORS®, feeding 300 monthly
[Virginia Beach, VA] – Hungry neighbors in Virginia Beach will receive upgraded aid from a local church pantry, thanks to a $1500 donation from the Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA). This generous contribution, facilitated through HRRA's esteemed Good Neighbor Award, underscores the invaluable efforts of REALTOR® member Heather Redwood and her dedicated volunteer team to God’s Pantry, a ministry of Ocean Lakes Church.
HRRA's Good Neighbor Award recognizes individuals like Heather Redwood who go above and beyond in their commitment to community service. In honoring Heather, the association not only acknowledges her exemplary dedication but also extends its support to a cause close to her heart.
Heather has been actively involved in volunteering at the local church pantry for the past three years. Her passion for serving those in need has made a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals within the Virginia Beach area. Through the pantry’s tireless efforts, the ministry has become a beacon of hope for around 300 individuals monthly who face food insecurity.
"I’m excited that God’s Pantry was able to get a big donation. Everybody should be happy and healthy and have food to eat,” said Redwood in response to the gift.
The contribution from HRRA will enable the local church pantry to expand its services and reach even more individuals in need. "The donation is going to keep the pantry going for probably about 6 months," said Michelle Bertram of God’s Pantry. “It’s going to purchase meat to go along with the food we receive from the Foodbank, so this is a huge deal for us."
Living out their motto of “Showing God’s love, one meal at a time,” God’s Pantry, located at 1200 Dam Neck Road in Virginia Beach, provides food to anyone in need on the third Saturday of every month from 12–2 p.m. “And all they need to tell us is that they’re hungry,” remarked Bertram.
For more information about God’s Pantry, visit God's Pantry - Ocean Lakes Church.
For more information about the Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association and their commitment to community service, please visit hrra.com or hrrafoundation.com.
