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Thirty Year Thursday: Calvin Williams

Thirty Year Thursday: Calvin Williams

To celebrate our thirtieth year anniversary, we’re interviewing a friend of Midtown Assistance Center each Thursday for thirty weeks as part of a series call “Thirty Year Thursday.” This week, we interviewed Calvin Williams, seven year MAC volunteer and Sacred Heart Parishioner.

Calvin

 

How did you first find out about MAC?

Through Sacred Heart. I learned about it through our bulletin. At first I thought it was in Midtown, but when I learned that it was just across the street I called that week, spoke to Mitch, and signed up to begin volunteering. I started out volunteering one day a week, but I was able to work a second day so now I volunteer Mondays and Thursdays.

What initially drew you to volunteer?

I wanted to give something back. I worked with a couple of non-profits, including the night shelter at the Shrine, Open Hand, and the MLK Celebration, but I kept feeling like I wanted to do more.

What kept you coming back?

The Thursday volunteers. I also like helping and being able to do what I can to assist those in need.

How has your experience at MAC influenced you?

I can’t think of one specific thing. I do get to meet a lot of different people during my time here, and I enjoy that.

Do you have a favorite story from your time at MAC?

My favorite story is from when I first started volunteering. Becca, who was still a Jesuit Volunteer, and I went to pick up donations from a Whole Foods on Ponce. That was my first chance to represent MAC and really explain what we do here.

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