HARRY ROBE Ret. psychology head

Dr. Harry Robe is a retired educator who gives guidance, help, advice and direction to those in need.

Robe became the head of the Psychology Department at Western Kentucky University in the mid-1960s and has volunteered in various community service projects over the years.

Robe’s dedication to community involvement is rooted in two organizations he is passionate about – the Kiwanis Club and his church.

A member of Kiwanis since 1997, Robe organized quarterly blood drives, coordinating with the American Red Cross to provide support and boost need awareness.

Harry also volunteers his time at the annual Soap Box Derby.

Another important job he has through the club is as bell ringer for the Salvation Army at Christmas.

He also helps prepare food boxes for this organization. Some of Robe’s most important work is helping the needy through his church outreach program.

Robe is the founder and director of the Churches United in Christ Help Ministry.

This is a joint ministry of downtown churches providing the less fortunate in Warren County with rent, food, utilities and other emergency assistance.

He organized the Wednesday Night Gathering at State Street United Methodist Church, which provides weekly meals and programs, and ministers to inmates in jail.