At Community Resource Center, we often say we couldn’t do what we do without our volunteers. But that simple statement doesn’t begin to capture the profound impact these dedicated individuals have on our organization and our community.
With just two paid staff members, our volunteers aren’t just helpful—they’re absolutely essential. They are the hands that stock our shelves, the voices that greet our clients, and the compassionate spirits that make CRC a place of dignity and hope.
Every day, our volunteers transform our mission into reality:
In our food pantry, they create welcoming experiences for clients, helping them shop with dignity and carefully packing orders for those who can’t visit in person.
In our office, they answer the phone, schedule appointments, and enter crucial data into our database, providing the administrative backbone that keeps our services accessible.
At the Manchester Farmers Market, they connect with our neighbors, spreading awareness about our services and distributing wooden nickels to eligible community members to purchase fresh produce.
During tax season, they patiently complete intakes for our VITA scan-n-go service, helping families access vital tax credits and refunds.
On our Board of Directors, they provide guidance, governance, and vision, steering CRC toward a future where everyone in our community has their basic needs met.
Behind every bag of groceries, every appointment scheduled, every connection made is a volunteer who has chosen to give their most precious resource—their time—to help others. They bring diverse skills, boundless energy, and open hearts to everything they do.
To each and every volunteer: Thank you for showing up. Thank you for caring. Thank you for believing in our mission and making it your own. The ripple effects of your generosity extend far beyond what you might see in a single shift—they strengthen the fabric of our entire community.
If you see a CRC volunteer in action, please join us in thanking them. And if you’re interested in becoming part of this extraordinary team, we’d love to welcome you. After all, volunteers are the driving force that powers every aspect of CRC’s mission.
