Community Services of Venango County staff members, from left, Brian Reagle, Elsie Strickland and Melissa Knapp sort through and count the vouchers on Friday morning. Both the turkeys and the vouchers will be handed out as supplies last.
Community Services of Venango County held its 34th annual Friends for Food distribution at the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department, despite chilly rain. With 1,100 donated turkeys and $29,836 raised, the event, held as a drive-through with 60 volunteers, ensures families in need receive Thanksgiving meals.
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