In tough economic times, many people depend on their local food banks for sustenance. The director of one local food bank is grateful to volunteers from the Penn State community for helping her serve families in need. "There would be no way we could do anywhere near what we do without Penn State," says Linda Tataliba, executive director of the State College Area Food Bank. Other food banks in the county are unable to provide the same level of service, she says, "because they do not have the advantages of having Penn State in their backyard." Penn State for PA (PSU4PA) tells the stories of Pennsylvania residents whose businesses, communities and lives have been transformed by Penn State teaching, research and service.

Students Engaging Students and the Office of Student Activities are once again hosting a Thanksgiving Day Basket Drive for AIDS Project of Centre County and Food Bank of State College families in need. By making a donation of just one Thanksgiving Basket, student groups or University departments can support a family for which it is difficult to provide a traditional Thanksgiving Day meal and make their holiday brighter. Completed baskets are due to the Office of Student Activities in 209 HUB-Robeson Center only during the following drop off times: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12 and Friday, Nov. 13. For a list of items to include in the Thanksgiving Basket and a sample sign-up sheet for your organization, visit 209 HUB or contact (814)-863-4624 or servicelearning@sa.psu.edu.