“People gravitate towards happiness.”

Those words, spoken by Valerie McElvy of We’re At Your Service in New Brighton, is the spearheading philosophy towards the work done at the charitable agency located on 3rd Avenue.

McElvy and her crew are currently accepting non-perishable food donations and other essentials for “Thankful Hearts And Grateful Hands”, a Thanksgiving-centered drive to help out those who need food for the holiday, and to help deliver such food to those who are unable to receive the food in person. 150 bags will be donated to those in need on Tuesday, November 23 from 11 AM until 1 PM, and donations will be accepted up until then.

She spoke to Matt Drzik on A.M. Beaver County about the upcoming event, showcasing gratitude towards all those who have volunteered their time, services, and goods towards those who are struggling financially, socially, and mentally in Beaver County communities. “People are still suffering differently,” she said. “‘How will I find money to pay the light bill or buy a turkey?’…those are decisions that you and I might not have to make, but somebody IS making that decision.”

To hear the full interview with Matt and Valerie, click on the Facebook feed below!