Gwen Welch stuffing boxes.
Working alongside volunteers from the Food Bank of Alaska and Catholic Social Services, Gwen and Dee helped prepare and distribute an incredible 2,025 boxes of Thanksgiving meals, each one destined for a household in need. And the need was unmistakable.
Dee Pletnikoff braving the cold.
Reflecting back on the day, Dee shared, “The need was definitely there, so it was nice to see smiles on the families’ faces.” Through long lines, icy wind, and the constant bustle of volunteers and community members, Gwen and Dee helped deliver not only food, but warmth, dignity, and a sense of holiday hope.
Volunteers for the Thanksgiving Blessing braved hours outdoors, with some shifts lasting well into the evening. This year’s effort brought together people from across Anchorage, united in the simple but powerful goal of ensuring that every family could gather around a Thanksgiving meal.
Gwen and Dee’s participation is just one example of how Chugach Commercial Holdings routinely steps up to serve the community. The team embodies Chugach’s Core Behavior: We Build Community, the shared commitment to improving the places where we live and work.
Whether preparing meal boxes, standing outside in the cold, or offering a warm smile to someone in need, Gwen and Dee represented the heart of CCH and the values of the Chugach family, and their dedication helps create the kind of community we’re all proud to call home.
