Benefit Auction

Holly and Andy are a married couple who have proudly worked at East Penn Manufacturing for a combined 60 years. When they’re not on the job, you’ll usually find them in the kitchen cooking and baking for their kids and those they love most—something they truly love doing together. Now they’re ready to put their skills to the test for a great cause. From sweet treats to bragging rights, they’re excited to bake, have fun, and help raise money for local charity and a great cause.

Amy Pfeiler-Wunder serves as the Associate Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts, Kutztown University, where she also served as professor and department chair in the Department of Art Education. She has served in the field of education for over 30 years. Prior to her roles at Kutztown University, she had the joy of teaching art education in a range of settings.  Amy has been baking since she was very young, first in her easy bake oven, and then side by side with her mom and grandmothers. Her daughter and husband are huge fans of all baked goods, with muffin and cookie making weekly endeavors in the Wunder household!  Amy looks forward to sharing her baking with the community to raise funds in support of Friend Inc.

Lauren Kehl, the heart behind Heritage Homestead — a small family farm rooted in hard work, faith, and raising things the right way. From pasture-raised animals to handcrafted farm goods, everything they do is built on intention and care. Her passion about teaching others where their food comes from shines through in creating quality products, raising her kids and educating the value of responsibility, self-reliance, and sustainable farming practices. She is deeply grateful for the support of her community and feels honored to give back through the Baking Challenge for Friend Inc., supporting neighbors in need with a full heart. 

Sara Appleman has proudly served the Berks County community for years, both on the board of Friend Inc. and as a member of Leadership Berks. For the Appleman family, service is a faith-driven calling rooted in their home at St. Mary’s. This year, the family is putting their heart into the Friend Inc. Baker Challenge, where Sara and her daughters will be baking a special dessert for Friend’s annual auction. The Appleman family is excited to be part of this challenge and they are honored to support their community in meaningful and faith‑driven ways.