January 9, 2023
Closer Walk: KSBW's Community Champion
KSBW featured Closer Walk as a Community Champion, covering the free medical check-ups, legal advice, and daily hospitality that David and Christa Balch and their volunteers offer in Salinas’ Chinatown.
“You know, growing up, I always felt like I was a misfit and I became sort of king of the misfits. And for some reason, in my heart, there’s just a deep love for people who feel outside the system.” — David Balch
“So much of outreach is transactional. Here’s a jacket, thank you and you leave. But do we know their names? Do we know their stories, their pains?” — David Balch
Watch the full segment below, or read the original article at KSBW.
