On June 6th, community spirit and corporate responsibility came together in a powerful way as 15 volunteers from Bank of America’s HOLA (Hispanic/Latino Organization for Leadership and Advancement) Piedmont Triad chapter teamed up with Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC to support the Feeding America Challenge.

Among the dedicated volunteers was Gissel Maceo, Assistant Vice President, Global Operations Business Operations at Bank of America, whose leadership and passion helped energize the day’s efforts. Gissel was part of the enthusiastic team that rolled up their sleeves and got to work—packing 240 pantry boxes, each weighing 30 pounds (six full pallets!) to support families across Northwest North Carolina. The team also assembled 272 snack boxes to provide much-needed nourishment to children home for the summer.

The day was full of teamwork, impact, and innovation. A special highlight came from volunteer Steve Messinger, whose idea led to the installation of a new donation tablet in the food bank's lobby, making it easier than ever for visitors to contribute to the cause.

Thanks to the leadership of individuals like Gissel and the commitment of every volunteer who participated, this initiative was a clear demonstration of what’s possible when businesses and communities unite to create positive change.

To all who showed up, gave their time, and helped make a difference—thank you for being a force for good.