Peter speaks with Jonathan Tetreau, Vice President of Basic Needs for Catholic Charities Boston, serving Greater Boston and eastern Massachusetts, providing food assistance and basic needs services to families facing food insecurity. He discusses the organization’s four food pantries and additional supports, including state funded food programs, food rescue partnerships, and wraparound services. He also shares information about their dignity focused approach, culturally relevant foods, and volunteer opportunities. Tetreau highlights a 35% surge in pantry usage and how rising costs are driving increased need.
Original airdate: 3/22/2026
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Peter joined K-LOVE in 2008 and covers most of Northeastern U.S. (CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI & VT) including major markets New York City and Boston. He also covers K-LOVE Air1 signals in Alaska.