Queensborough National Bank and Trust has been partnering
with Golden Harvest Food Bank since 2010. The result has been the distribution
of over 190,000 pounds of food during 37 mobile pantry events to help end
hunger. Amy Jones, Queensborough National Bank and Trust Marketing Manager,
says, “These events help take the pressure off of local food pantries and get
food to families that may not have a food pantry nearby. Our employees,
customers and local community groups have overwhelmingly supported the drive to
reach the hungry in their community. We know we are making an impact.”
Rain or shine, Queensborough National Bank and its employees
will work beyond normal hours until everything is given out. Known as the food
pantry on wheels, the Golden Harvest Mobile Pantry is able to hold food and
critical grocery products including fresh produce, meat, diapers, toilet paper,
etc. Counties served include McDuffie, Jefferson, Emanuel, Washington,
Richmond, Columbia and Burke.
To increase the success of each event, Queensborough Bank
partners with churches, civic groups and local businesses in an all out effort
to feed the hungry. “Hunger is not a seasonal event,” explains Jones, “It’s 52
weeks a year in the lives of many people. We hope to expand the program each
year so we can be a resource for those in greatest need. The look on the faces
of people we help and the comments of appreciation we receive make a powerful
statement to our volunteers. Some employees bring their children to help and
show by example what giving is all about.”
As Georgia’s community bank since 1902, Queensborough gets
involved, not only corporately, but many of the branches make a special effort
to call attention and get involved with community projects to benefit others.
Having locations stretching from Augusta to Savannah, Georgia gives
Queensborough plenty of opportunities to participate.
About Golden Harvest
Food Bank:
Golden Harvest Food Bank provides quality food and other
grocery products to those in need. They work with the local community to
provide direct service programs, food pantries and community education about
hunger. Please visit Golden Harvest
Food Bank online for a list of upcoming mobile events and how to get
involved.
About Queensborough
National Bank and Trust
Queensborough National Bank and Trust Company has been
Georgia’s community bank since it was founded in 1902. Locations parallel the
Savannah River from Augusta to Savannah, Georgia. Some of Q’s convenient
services include online and mobile banking, checking, savings, credit and debit
cards, personal loans, wealth management, and trust services. Queensborough National Bank and Trust -
Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender
Contact
For further information, please contact Amy Jones at
478.625.2021 ext. 223 or visit www.qnbtrust.com.
