(Left to right) 211 Helpline Chief Strategy Officer Ty Barnes, Feeding South Florida Director of Culinary Services Susan Taves, GL Homes Vice President of Community Relations Sarah Alsofrom and 211 Helpline President & CEO Sharon L’Herrou

Photo credit: Tracey Benson Photography

From hunger relief to mental health treatment, nonprofits play a vital role to aid those who are struggling.

But what about the employees at these same nonprofits? Many receive a smaller paycheck and work with fewer resources than their corporate counterparts.

At the 211 Helpline Palm Beach/Treasure Coast (www.211palmbeach.org), a 24/7 confidential community helpline and crisis hotline, trained specialists answer calls ranging from a family facing eviction to someone contemplating suicide.

While hotline specialists handle stressful calls with a calm and compassionate demeanor, these calls can take a toll on 211’s team. That’s why GL Homes hosted an employee health and wellness appreciation lunch during National Suicide Prevention Month in September for 211.

GL Homes provided a luncheon feast complete with homemade potato chips, sandwiches, mouthwatering chicken salad, fruit and the best-tasting chocolate chip cookies.

The 211 staff didn’t go home empty-handed either. GL Homes gave each of the 67 employees a $100.00 Amazon gift card.

Catering arrangements organized through Feeding South Florida’s custom, gourmet catering service a social enterprise division of Feeding South Florida.