Every Thursday for the past five years, Frank Ewert has shown up to volunteer with the Denver food recovery nonprofit We Don't Waste , even as he relies on the same support he helps provide.

Ewert, who's disabled and depends on an oxygen tank, first stopped by after seeing the nonprofit's mobile market.

"One day I was driving by, and I said, 'if I come and work, then I can get my groceries,'" he said.

That decision changed his life.

"I know what it's like to not have food," he said.

Frank Ewert says showing up to a We Don't Waste mobile food market changed his life. CBS

Ewert said he's watched the mobile market grow sixfold over the years and wants people to know there's no shame in seeking help.

"It happens. Don't let your pride override what you need," he said.

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