One of the greatest blessings of living and working in this community is getting to meet people who quietly make a difference every day. They’re not looking for recognition. They’re not doing it for attention. They’re simply helping others because it’s the right thing to do.
That’s exactly why we created our “Do Good and Pass It On” initiative.
At Johnson’s, our slogan has always been “We’re the Good Guys!” While that started as a way to describe how we treat our customers—with honesty, integrity, and respect —it has grown into something bigger. To us, being a “good guy” isn’t about a business.
It’s about a way of life.
It’s about helping a neighbor when they need a hand.
It’s about serving your community without expecting anything in return.
It’s about doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching.
And it’s about inspiring others through your actions.
That’s the spirit behind our Good Guy and Good Gal of the Month program. We wanted to recognize the people in our communities who truly embody what it means to be one of the “good guys.”
This month, we’re honored to recognize our very first Good Gal of the Month, Adalyn Blotzer.
When I first heard Adalyn’s story, I was amazed. Not just because of what she’s accomplished, but because she’s only 10 years old. Since she was four years old, Adalyn has been helping stock Blessing Food Boxes throughout Latrobe, Derry, and Greensburg. While most children her age are focused
on toys and games, Adalyn has been focused on helping families in need.
What impressed me most was learning what happened after the fire at Latrobe 30 Plaza. When the Rotary Club lost supplies for their backpack food program, Adalyn didn’t wait for someone else to solve the problem. She collected food, contributed money from her own piggy bank, and spent an evening assembling 30 backpacks filled with food for children at Baggaley Elementary School.
Think about that for a moment.
A young girl saw a need and decided to do something about it.
That’s leadership.
That’s compassion.
That’s character.
And in my opinion, that’s what being one of the “good guys” is all about.
Adalyn’s service doesn’t stop there. She helps put together hygiene kits for local Blessing Boxes and raises money through a bake sale and lemonade stand during the Latrobe Fourth of July Parade. The money she earns goes right back into helping stock those boxes for families who need assistance.
I also learned that much of her inspiration comes from her grandmother. That’s a reminder that the values we teach and model for our children matter. The example we set today can impact lives for generations to come.
At Johnson’s, we’re proud to serve this region through Johnson’s Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, Johnson’s Hardware, and Johnson’s Gun Depot in Norvelt. But we also believe our responsibility extends beyond the services we provide. We want to help build stronger communities, encourage kindness, and celebrate people who are making a positive impact.
As our first recipient, Adalyn has set a high standard. She reminds us that making a difference isn’t about age, status, or resources. It’s about having a heart for others and being willing to take action.
On behalf of everyone at Johnson’s, thank you, Adalyn, for showing us what it truly means to be one of the good guys.
And to everyone reading this, I encourage you to follow her example.
Find a way to help someone.
Show kindness to a neighbor.
Volunteer your time.
Lend a hand when it’s needed.
Because when one person does good, it inspires another person to do good. That’s how stronger communities are built.
That’s what “Do Good and Pass It On” is all about.
And that’s why at Johnson’s, we’re proud to say:
We’re the Good Guys.
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