In response to increased client demand, a Norristown food pantry has launched its latest donation campaign with a new music video, writes Gina Christian for the Catholic Philly.

Patrick Walsh and Eli Wenger of Martha’s Choice Marketplace, which is operated by archdiocesan Catholic Social Services, have recorded a music video set to an original song “We’re All in This Together.” The song describes their work and invites those who are listening to become regular donors.

The pantry has been distributing an average of 850,000 pounds of food annually among clients qualifying the USDA-funded emergency assistance food program in Pennsylvania. However, when the pandemic hit, the number of clients exploded from around 250 families per week to nearly 700.

Since July, these numbers have fallen, but the amount of first-time visitors remains nearly double of what it was. And for some of them, accessing any type of charitable aid is a first.

“In one case, a lady finished her pickup, and then when she saw how much food she received, she got right back in line, nearly crying, just so that she could personally thank everybody for their help,” said Walsh.

Read more about Martha’s Choice Marketplace at the Catholic Philly by clicking here.

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