Kathy enjoys cooking nourishing meals for her 16-year-old granddaughter, Layla. Thanks to friends like you, Kathy will have plenty of fresh and wholesome ingredients on hand this summer. When Kathy gained custody of Layla, she shares that she found a renewed sense of purpose. Kathy and her husband built a beautiful, blended family. They shared […]
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Dana’s priority is supporting her daughter’s family, especially making sure her grandchildren are happy and healthy. That’s why she moved to Kansas — to be close enough to help care for her family. “At first, my daughter was like, ‘I don’t want my mom living that close to me.’ But now? She’s like, ‘Where are
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Every time Tosha and Rod help a neighbor facing difficult circumstances, they think about their son. Their volunteer work has become deeply personal ever since their adult son developed a substance abuse disorder, leading to homelessness. In support of their son and wider community, Tosha and Rod have focused their efforts on serving neighbors experiencing
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The way Mary’s family cares for one another is an inspiration. Mary opened her home to her father-in-law after he was diagnosed with dementia. And when he needed full-time care, Mary quit her job at the Health Department to take care of him alongside her youngest adult daughter, who lives at home. Although Mary is
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Dear Friend, The first few days of summer break should be a time for children to relax, unwind and play. But instead of excitement, many children might already be feeling the ache of summer hunger. During the long break from school, thousands of families throughout Kansas are going without the meals that children normally eat
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As we look back on all we’ve accomplished together and embrace the work we have before us in the future, I am so grateful for you and everyone that has passed through the Food Banks doors to support this organization and those we serve. Our 40th year of service has been dedicated to replacing hunger
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For Carol, 64, her family is her entire world. She loves to spend time with her two daughters and six grandkids. After a successful career in law enforcement and city government, Carol retired early in 2019 to help care for her mother. Tragically, Carol’s husband became sick with COVID and passed away not long after
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After serving 20 years in the Army, Frederick Meeks retired and transitioned to working at Amazon. His new civilian job allowed more time for him to pursue a passion he’s had since college…volunteering in his community. Through Amazon, Frederick connected with the Kansas Food Bank and began investing his time regularly. “Volunteering at the Kansas
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Jeana has long enjoyed a career in customer service, but when her mom experienced the loss of her husband, Jeana didn’t hesitate to leave her job and home behind to help care for her. “Mama said ‘come,’ and I did,” says Jeana, 64, who moved back to her childhood hometown of Anthony. When her mother’s
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Allen is an Army Veteran who remains passionate about serving his community. At one time, he started and ran his own non-profit organization to help unhoused individuals and anyone fleeing from domestic violence. “I don’t have a lot,” Allen shares, “but if I have something someone needs, I give it. It always comes back.” Lately,
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