Omar Khan began his volunteer commitment with the Food Bank in the fall of 2021. He initially assisted with building food boxes at the Hampden distribution center. As the volunteer team learned more about him, including his interests and skills, Omar was asked to assist with inventory management. Read more about Omar’s generous and game-changing contributions here. 

Betsy Sullivan moved to Maine two years ago with the desire to get involved with her new community as a volunteer. She found Good Shepherd Food Bank’s website online, watched the volunteer video, and was inspired by Doug Boyce’s story. Betsy has served over 150 hours and has been recognized as an Apple Corps recipient. She is a key inspection and sorting team member and an essential instructor for new volunteers. Food Bank staff members truly appreciate Betsy’s time and dedication. 

Warehouse associate Sharon Williams describes her as “a very sweet, determined, and hard-working woman with a servant’s heart.” Betsy enjoys the staff she works with as well. She shared, “Claire Begin and Sharon Williams are awesome - they keep things organized and moving, always happy to answer questions and patient in teaching new tasks.” Betsy believes her volunteer experience has taught her much about food insecurity and that food insecurity needs to be solved. She says, “…being part of getting food to people that need it is very rewarding, and a reminder of what to be grateful for. A bonus is that you get to work with great people.”