Springfield Family Center, Inc.

March 4th: Today, through the Buy a Day Program at Springfield Family Center, 30 food-insecure neighbors will receive a warm meal in memory of a man who dedicated his life to serving others.

On behalf of American Legion Post 18 and VFW Post 771, we proudly honor Ernest C. “Puggy” Lamphere (1936–2026) as SFC's Buy a Day; Make a Difference honoree.

Born and raised in Springfield, Vermont, Puggy’s life was defined by service, leadership, and compassion. He served 26 years in the U.S. Army Reserves during the Korean Era, retiring as a Sergeant First Class. His dedication to protecting others continued at home through more than four decades with the Springfield Fire Department, where he rose through the ranks to become Fire Chief, helping build a safer, stronger community.

Puggy was also a lifelong educator and mentor, earning his teaching certificate, serving as a substitute teacher, and inspiring future generations as a Fire Science instructor at Springfield Tech Center. He gave generously of his time as a sports official, community leader, Justice of the Peace, Deputy Sheriff, Constable, and Health Officer. His faith guided him as an Elder of the Springfield Church of Christ, and he remained deeply involved in local service organizations throughout his life.

Puggy believed in showing up for others. In helping feed our neighbors today, his legacy of care and commitment.

Any additional donations made in his honor today will be matched, up to $100, providing even more meals to those who need them most. Scan the QR code or Click the link to make a donation today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY

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Helping our Food Insecure Neighbors

Springfield Family Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves our food insecure neighbors in the greater Springfield area. Many in our community struggle with knowing where their next meal will come from:

Springfield Family Center’s Ongoing Response to food Insecurity in our Community:

In the last fiscal year, SFC rose to meet the growing need:

School Pantry: 1,483 lbs of food distributed to 141 student households.
Recipe Kits: Distributed to 114 families
Prepared Meals: 25,523 meals made and distributed
Bread Distribution: 14,912 loaves shared
Fresh Produce Access: 5,060 individuals served
Holiday Meal Boxes: 56 boxes, feeding 275 individuals

Food Shelf: 61,936 lbs of food distributed through 1,065 visits, serving 2,155 people cumulatively Including:

87 veterans
505 seniors
444 children
693 individuals living with a disability

Community Meals Prepared: As mentioned, a total of 25,523 meals were made and distributed. Of these:

· 695 meals were provided to veterans

· 5,411 meals served seniors

· 1,836 meals went to children

· 5,671 meals supported individuals with disabilities

Emergency Meal Program:

279 meals distributed after hours via the Town Library. We also supply shelf stable food to the Springfield Town Police Station, Community Health Team, and Local Resource Center for after-hour needs.

YOU CAN HELP BY BUYING A MEAL FOR A NEIGHBOR

For $10 you can “buy” an entire prepared meal for one person or enough ingredients from our food shelf to provide an entire meal for a household consisting of 2-3 people.

Springfield Family Center Thanks You for Your Support!

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"I have the audacity to believe that people everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for the minds and dignity, equality and freedom for their spirits." Martin Luther King, Jr.

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"I have the audacity to believe that people everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for the minds and dignity, equality and freedom for their spirits." Martin Luther King, Jr.

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