Local Hero: Brian Burke Quietly Makes Life Better In Norwich

NORWICH, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Theresa Donatelli who nominated Brian Burke of Norwich.

Local hero’s full name

Brian Burke

Local hero’s home state

CT

Local hero’s Patch

Norwich

How do you know the local hero?

I volunteer at the organization where he works

What does the local hero do?

St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich Food Pantry Manager

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

Brian manages the food pantry under the direction of an Executive Director and is supported by a large team of volunteers. The pantry serves approx. 400 families each week, and Brian is currently the sole employee… He goes out of his way to be kind and thoughtful with the patrons, and is wonderful to children who visit the pantry. Likewise, he is supportive and thankful to all of his volunteers.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

He maintains a caring demeanor to those he serves and is thoughtful about special needs of the patrons, while managing a fast-paced system.

Thank you for all you do, Brian Burke!

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Know someone making a difference in town? Nominate them as a local hero here.