Taylor Community Marketing Director Paul Charlton, right, presents a $2,000 donation to Jo Carignan, St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry Manager and Vice President. In lieu of a traditional staff Christmas party, Taylor is donating the monies to the food pantry, which will benefit disadvantaged families throughout Laconia. Monetary donations allow Ms. Carignan to purchase food in such a way that more people can receive assistance. For more information about making your own donation,call 524-5470.