Dear Friend, This holiday season, I’m reflecting on my gratitude for you. We couldn’t accomplish the critical work of hunger-relief without friends like you by our side. Together, we are driven by the belief that all Kansans should have access to enough healthy food. And every day, we are working hard to make that hope […]
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Connie is resourceful. For many years, she has found creative ways to ensure her family has healthy food on the table to fuel their activities. Lately, those activities include taking her youngest daughter, 14, to seasonal events like fall festivals. To support the health and well-being of her family, Connie visits Bread of Life Food
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A lot of people helped me on my way to where I am today, so now I just help somebody else,” Joaquin explains. This seems to be Joaquin’s life mission — to help others. Joaquin started volunteering at our Garden City warehouse earlier this year. The opening of this facility has expanded volunteer opportunities, and
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Ignacio, 80, is a proud and loving husband and father. He enjoys spending time with his family. “[My grandkids and great grandkids] always want me to push them in their little car,” Ignacio says, “and they want me to dance with them.” Ignacio and his wife of 60 years have lived in Garden City for
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Lacey, 26, has a really big heart. Not only does she care for her son, 6, and her twin daughters, 3, but she also helps take care of her brother’s 4 kids who range in age from 4 months to 13 years old. Lacey’s priority is for all seven kids in their combined household to
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Change Health, Change the Future Dear Friend, By working together to provide a healthy, well-balanced diet today, we’re impacting the future of children this back-to-school season — and ensuring neighbors of all ages have the fuel to thrive. Access to nutritious food is imperative for our neighbors to be able to live healthy, happy lives.
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After suffering a stroke a few years ago, 50-year-old Marlon continues to work toward recovery. Thanks to the generosity of partners like you, Marlon has support along his journey. “[Recovery’s] been tough, but I’m pushing on,” Marlon shares. While the cost of groceries remains high, Marlon’s Social Security Disability income stays the same. This makes
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Larry spent much of his career working to help improve the health of Kansans. So, it only makes sense that he would spend time volunteering with the Kansas Food Bank in his retirement. Larry’s career took many turns from media management to working on a family farm and ultimately to healthcarephilanthropy. While working at the
Cheryl has made long walks a regular part of her routine to help maintain the best health possible. Four times a week, she also has the joy of walking with her 14-year-old grandson. Since being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, Cheryl not only incorporates exercise, but also maintains a well-balanced diet. But lately, it’s been
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This fall, your generosity is providing access to healthy food for Maria, and her husband, Hilario, as they focus on raising their two daughters and rebuilding after a challenging season. Almost two years ago, Maria was pregnant with the couple’s second daughter, Ana. Unfortunately, due to high-risk complications, she had to quit her job and
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