Volunteer in Tewksbury for the Holidays

There's no better time to give back to your community than the holiday season.

Volunteering in Tewksbury is a great way to give back to others and spread holiday cheer and warmth in your community. Donating your time or giving a special holiday gift to a family or child in need can make a big impact. There are lots of ways to help make the holidays truly special for those who are less fortunate. You can pack a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child, adopt a family through The Salvation Army or donate to Toys for Tots. Here are a few places that are in need of holiday volunteers in Tewksbury: FOOD BANK The Tewksbury Community Food Pantry always welcomes donations of food and funds, as well as volunteer help. this is especially true around the very busy holiday season. The food pantry serves the needs of more than 200 …

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Whiz Kids

Theresa Bello: Helping Those in Need

Fourth-grader donates her time at the Community Food Pantry.

Each week, Tewksbury Patch spotlights a "Whiz Kid," a local young person who has done something excellent either in school, at home or in the community. Meet this week's "Whiz Kid." Theresa Bello, 10 Fourth Grade, Trahan School Accomplishments: Theresa and her family help out at the Tewksbury Community Food Pantry every month. But recently, Theresa took the initiative to do some extra volunteering because he she just wanted to help. Reasons For Their Awesomeness: In the words of the person who nominated her, Theresa "has a heart of gold and loves to help people. Know a great kid who made Eagle Scout or did your local soccer team take the championship? They may be our next Patch Whiz Kid honoree. Each week, Tewksbury Patch will seek …

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Community Food Bank Prepares for Busy Holiday Season

Program helps hundreds of Tewksbury residents.

For some people, requesting aid is no easy task because it requires that they admit that their situation is in dire need of repair. For those whose situations have spiraled out of control and they can no longer provide the appropriate amount of food for themselves or their family, the Tewksbury Community Food Pantry is here to help. Located behind the Department of Public Works at 999 Whipple Road, funding for its construction came exclusively from donations by Tewksbury residents. Masons, roofers and builders donated their time and supplies to build the facility. The inside of the 2,400 square foot warehouse contains rows of shelves built by Eagle Scouts, as well as refrigerators and freezers  purchased with donated funds and numerous …

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