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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Dear Friend, This holiday season, I am reflecting on the Kansas Food Bank’s 40 years of partnership with this incredible community which has provided much needed food across Kansas. Friends like you have shown up, time and again, ready to lend a hand and share hope, health and food with fellow Kansans. Over the past
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Teresa still vividly recalls the day 10 years ago when she first met her partner, Michael. She describes her relationship with him as “constant laughter” ever since. Despite being able to look on the bright side, the couple has had their share of difficult times and are grateful for friends like you who help lighten
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After more than 38 years at Spirit AeroSystems, Rusty Slusser is happily settling into retirement — but he’s far from slowing down. With plans to eventually find a part-time job, Rusty also volunteers with the Kansas Food Bank. “I’ve always had a heart for [volunteering],” Rusty says. Rusty shares that, when he was in high
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Six years ago, Stephanie moved with her son, Michael, from Wichita to Newton, knowing little more than a handful of people in what would become her new home. She fell in love with the people and atmosphere in Newton, especially for her now 18-year-old son who has autism. The support system of quality doctors and
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From lovingly caring for her mother until she passed away from Alzheimer’s disease, to daily supporting her five adult siblings, Ola is a caretaker at heart. With her own health challenges including a previous battle with breast cancer, heart surgery, diabetes and more, Ola makes sure to take care of herself so she can continue
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