The 44th Annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund is underway, and every Wednesday from now until Thanksgiving, we're going to share stories with you about why your donations to the Turkey Fund are so important.
This week, we're focusing on a different type of donation: your time. Volunteering at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is just as critical as giving food or money.
"It's such an easy thing to do that just means a lot to other people," Judy Wertheimer said.
Wertheimer has been volunteering at the food bank for five years. She began during the start of the pandemic, and now, it's almost like a second family to her.
"I would say it feels like a family when you come here. Walking in here feels really good," Wertheimer said.
She volunteers once a week for three hours.
"The work is