The West Valley Food Pantry brought together supporters, volunteers, and community leaders for its 3rd Annual Evening to End Hunger Gala on Thursday, October 9, at the Westlake Village Inn. Making the evening even more special the Pantry was also commemorating a remarkable milestone, the 40th anniversary of the organization's founding.

For four decades, the West Valley Food Pantry has stood as a beacon of hope in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding communities, providing essential support to families facing food insecurity. This anniversary represents 40 years of unwavering commitment to ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry.

During the gala, the Pantry recognized two pillars of the organization's success:

Herm Fischer, Chairman of the West Valley Food Pantry Board and Chair of the Building Committee, was honored for his extraordinary visionary leadership spanning two decades. Fischer's dedication and foresight were instrumental in bringing the Pantry's new community center and warehouse to life. The state-of-the-art facility, which opened its doors in March, has dramatically expanded the organization's capacity to serve clients and meet the growing needs of our community.

The Supowitz Foundation was also celebrated for its vital partnership with the West Valley Food Pantry. Driven by deep compassion and a commitment to directing every dollar toward those in need, the Foundation has played a crucial role in expanding the Pantry's reach throughout the region. The organizations founder, Steve Supowitz, accepted the honor on the organizations behalf with an inspirational speech that highlighted the importance of giving back selflessly.

Through the generosity of attendees, sponsors the Los Angeles Rams, Parker Brown Inc., Smart & Final Foundation, The Fischer Family, The Jacobs Levinson Family, Tina and Jonathan Degann, The Marshall Wilson Family, The Lundquist-D’Alessio Family, and an anonymous donor who matched net earnings up to $50,000, the gala raised more than $100,000 to support the West Valley Food Pantry's mission.

The evening proved to be more than just a celebration, it was a powerful and inspiring demonstration of community and selfless giving.

As we look back on 40 years of service and forward to the possibilities ahead, one thing remains clear: together, we can create a future where hunger has no place in our community.

For more information about the West Valley Food Pantry or to learn how you can support their mission, visit www.westvalleyfoodpantry.org or contact admin@westvalleyfoodpantry.org.

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