IAM District 5, along with members from Locals 2525 and W33, recently organized and performed their annual IAM H.E.L.P.S event at the Great Plains Food Bank (GPFB) in Fargo, N.D. The local food bank is a vital organization committed to fighting hunger by collecting, warehousing, and distributing surplus food to those in need across North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota.
The IAM Midwest Territory began the “IAM H.E.L.P.S. in the Community” initiative in the spring of 2017 to provide essential assistance to those in need. H.E.L.P.S. stands for Honoring, Engaging, Lifting, Providing and Servicing.
During the IAM HELPS event, six dedicated volunteers from District 5 and its affiliated locals actively contributed to the food bank’s mission, packing over 450 pounds of dried beans into one-pound packages, each designed to support a family in need. This effort directly benefited local families, providing them with essential items.
“Through our IAM H.E.L.P.S. initiative, we continue to honor our commitment to serve, uplift, and strengthen our communities,” said IAM Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli. “Partnering with the Great Plains Food Bank allows us to turn compassion into action – one pound, one family, one person at a time.
The decision to collaborate with the GPFB was driven by the collective desire of District 5 and its locals to make a meaningful impact in their local communities. By supporting the food bank’s mission, the IAM aimed to contribute to the well-being of those in need by providing essential items for essential nourishment. The IAM H.E.L.P.S. event highlighted the importance of community involvement, as the Great Plains Food Bank relies on volunteers to successfully fulfill its mission of alleviating hunger in the region.
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