CEFS recently recognized volunteers that have gone above and beyond in helping the organization achieve its mission, and one Taylorville woman was among those recognized. Judy Groom volunteers with the Feeding America Program and the Outreach Food Pantry.

Groom says she started volunteering with CEFS three years ago after a chance encounter as she was on a walk.

Groom says she volunteers six hours a week at CEFS with the unloading and distribution of the Feeding America and food pantry items. Her co-workers say Judy is always willing to help with a smile on her face.