NSB Makes Surprise $1,000 Donation to South Portland Food Cupboard

SOUTH PORTLAND—In advance of its move into a new facility on 445 Western Avenue (Jetport Plaza) on January 20, Norway Savings Bank was pleased to surprise the South Portland Food Cupboard with a $1,000 donation this week.

The contribution is part of NSB’s “Holiday Helping Hands” initiative. In recent weeks, NSB has dropped off surprise donations to many local nonprofits in Maine and New Hampshire in gratitude for their impact and to give them an extra boost at the holidays.

The South Portland Food Cupboard is a volunteer-based food pantry dedicated to alleviating hunger. The cupboard organizes volunteers who are committed to the acquisition and distribution of food to hungry people throughout South Portland, Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, and surrounding communities in Cumberland and York counties. The pantry is open on Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesdays from 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and the first Wednesday of every month from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to accommodate those who work during the day. Distribution dates may be affected due to the upcoming move from 130 Thadeus Street. For more information, call 207-874-0379 or visit www.southportlandfoodcupboard.org/distribution.

“The need and South Portland Food Cupboard’s response to it are equal parts humbling and awe-inspiring,” said Dan Walsh, President and CEO of Norway Savings Bank. “The work of this organization and its incredible volunteers strengthens our community and is guided by an appreciation for our common humanity and the inherent worth of each individual. We’re so thankful.”

To learn more about the many ways in which you can help the South Portland Food Cupboard, visit www.southportlandfoodcupboard.org.