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Lincroft Woman Thanked For Organizing Thanksgiving Food Drive

This past November, Lincroft resident Stephanie Beck singlehandedly collected 200 bags of food for local families in need.

(Gloria Gross)

MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize everyday 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 Gloria Gross, who nominated Stephanie Beck of the Lincroft section of Middletown.

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Stephanie Beck

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How do you know the local hero?

She is my neighbor

What does the local hero do?

Real estate agent

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

For the past two years, Stephanie Beck has initiated a community food drive for Thanksgiving. This past November, she singlehandedly collected 200 bags of food in our community for distribution by our local food bank, even surpassing last year's drive. In addition she has placed American flags at the foot of each and every driveway on the 4th of July to the delight of most everyone.

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

She cares about her community and wants to help those in need.

Thank you for all you do, Stephanie Beck!

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