SWPA Business Podcast with Athena Petrolias from Food Helpers of Washington County

Thanks to Athena Zaras Petrolias of Food Helpers and Greater Washington County Food Bank for coming on this episode of the South Western PA Business Podcast hosted through the South West Regional Chamber of Commerce! So many great ways to help in 2025! Bring a group for a fun day of volunteering and creating Little Moochi bags for students at local school districts. Donate your time to help stuff envelopes or prepare food boxes for seniors. Visit their thrift store. Or plan to give to this wonderful organization! Watch: https://youtu.be/uA7Oi3QxFJ4?si=N9lUDrNLHH81wGSr Learn More About the Food Helpers and Get Involved: https://foodhelpers.org/ Food Helpers connects those in need with those who can help. It’s altruistic name brings our community in Washington County and Southwestern Pennsylvania together as someone who can help. By designating Greater Washington County Food Bank, Healthy Habits Training Center, Country Thrift Market, and The FARM as four unique programs under Food Helper’s umbrella, we can provide a well-rounded experience of escaping the food insecurity cycle. Greater Washington County Food Bank focuses on distribution of the freshest, locally grown produce, providing nutritious meals instead of just calories in bulk. Healthy Habits Training Center will get involved with educational resources, providing classes and opportunities to make meaningful changes to overcome personal struggles leading to food insecurity. Country Thrift Market will continue to offer a discounted retail experience compared to available options in the area. The Farm will provide hands-on opportunities for learning to grow one’s own food and becoming self-sustaining in the food supply chain. Together, we can all be Food Helpers. #food #foodbank #students #helpthehungry #foodinsecurity #foodbank #washingtoncounty #volunteer #donate #give