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It's wonderful to hear about the Nnadi's journey towards entrepreneurship and how Grocery Outlet has helped them realize their dreams of business ownership. Starting a new venture can be both exciting and challenging, but with determination and the right support, they have the potential to thrive in their new roles as entrepreneurs. It feels rewarding to have been able to witness and support their journey. If you have any specific questions or want to learn more about Grocery Outlet, feel free to contact me! DM or Email: moliveras@cfgo.com #groceryoutlet #grocery #ownership #entrepreneurship #retailmanagement #grocerymanagement #independence #careerchange

In response to food insecurity in the Woodhill community during the COVID-19 pandemic, Sharon Stone and former FCPS colleagues created the Woodhill International Market. The initiative offers bi-weekly grocery "shares", providing fresh produce on a sliding scale from $15 to $40. Families pay what they can afford, ensuring access to nutritious food regardless of financial situation. The program helps ease the burden of food costs while supporting community wellness. Filmed and edited by me!

Finsen Yu and his family are transforming lives through their community garden in Montgomery, Alabama. Their foundation, named Help a Brother Out, provides residents access to free, fresh foods and a place to learn about self-sufficiency and self-growth. Aside from getting produce, people can also take classes in gardening, meditation and financial literacy. “We try to help the community help itself by instilling values and developing future leaders,” Finsen said. Finsen and his family recently received support from the Red Cross through its Community Adaptation Program to help the foundation expand its efforts and be more resilient against the climate crisis. With the provided funding, they purchased a new greenhouse, storage shed, four-wheeler, and other equipment to broaden the garden’s reach. Through this partnership, the Yu family's foundation can help more families access nutritious food and continue serving the community in the face of disasters. “The community knows that we’re here and that the Red Cross is behind us,” Finsen said. “Knowing that, they come to us because they know the Red Cross can help.”

Want to know what we are getting up to at Long Riston? 🤔 Got 3 minutes to spare? ⏳ Read this article in the FT, outlining the direction our 3rd Generation Family Business is moving forward in. 💡

Tomorrow's Soup and Bread goes towards supporting Austin Eats. Come out and get some delicious food, enjoy live music, games, and great company! Austin Eats is a 22-member collaborative is focused on creating a more resilient community, especially a more resilient food system, through action, learning, justice, and equity and inclusion. Austin’s 90,000+ residents currently only have two full grocery stores available for a community that is Chicago’s largest community area in size. Austin Eats helps the community realize its desire to revitalize the image and spirit of Austin by creating environments that foster health and wellness and promote healthier food choices across Austin. Like other One Earth Local programs, Austin Eats is working to build a replicable model to be used for other communities. One Earth supports Austin Eats by serving as an active member of the coalition's Food Education team, and leading event-based food education initiatives using our unique awareness-to-action model around the arts for social change. #foodjustice #foodinsecurity #Chicago #community #socialjustice #environmentaljustice #sustainability #Chicagowestside

Ivy Lawrence-Walls and Jeremy Peaches, two farmers from Houston, have turned their passion for community and fresh produce into Fresh House Grocery, a Black-owned store in Sunnyside. Their mission is to combat food insecurity in this USDA-designated food desert by offering locally sourced products and everyday essentials. With support from their Black Farmer's Box initiative and grants, they’re bringing fresh, healthy options back to the neighborhood they grew up in.

According to the USDA’S Economic Research Service, in 2023 consumers in the United States spent an average of 11.2 percent of their disposable income (income after taxes) on food. The proportion of income spent on food by those living in poverty, without any additional federal assistance is very different.  In the eight states that make up Head Start Region IV, a family of four, earning 100% of the FPG (federal poverty guidelines) spends between 30.4% to 50.2% of their income on food.

Exciting news! 🎉 Rochford is the latest district to set up a Community Supermarket Programme with the launch of the Revive Community Supermarket. Thanks to £25,000 in funding, this mobile supermarket, run by Life Community Church, will offer affordable food and essentials to local residents 🌟 Opening on 14 January 2025, resident's can access cupboard staples, fresh produce, and a warm community space with a hot drink ☕️ Cllr Louise McKinlay expressed her delight, highlighting the importance of this initiative in supporting family budgets and bringing food back into the communities. With 10 community supermarkets already in Essex and plans for more, the demand is clear! 🛒 If you're struggling with food bills during Christmas, there are Community supermarkets across Essex that offer a great option for purchasing food and household essentials at reduced prices. #PeopleMakeUs