For many years, Helen Lemay has been one of FIRC’s most dedicated and caring volunteers. She supports both of our Food Market locations with consistency, reliability, and an always cheerful attitude. Helen is the kind of volunteer every team dream of—thoughtful, dependable, and always ready to help wherever she’s needed.

Bruce Trigg is an exceptional volunteer whose dedication and reliability make a huge difference at the Food Market. Whether he’s packing boxes, restocking shelves, or managing recycling and cardboard, Bruce knows exactly what’s needed and never waits to be asked. His calm, humble presence brings encouragement to the entire team,

This month, we are thrilled to celebrate Diann Preston as our Volunteer of the Month! Diann is a truly sweet and beautiful person with a heart for helping others. Though she joins us seasonally, she makes an incredible impact every time she’s here—volunteering every Monday and Tuesday for up to

Karen is a sweet and dedicated volunteer who has become a regular and reliable part of our team. She is always ready to jump in wherever help is needed—whether it’s giving out boxes, packing them, or organizing to make the space more efficient so we can store even more. Beyond her hands-on support, Karen also shares thoughtful

Carmen Howard brings warmth, dedication, and consistency to every shift at the Food Market. She’s bilingual and an incredible multitasker, helping with everything from packing food boxes to handing them out to clients with kindness and care, often using her Spanish to make everyone feel welcome. Her calm presence and positive attitude