April is probably best known for giving us the first signs of spring, pranking our family on April Fool’s Day, and honoring our planet during Earth and Arbor Days, but did you know that April is also Global Volunteer Month? This movement encourages a spirit of giving back to the community, where neighbors come together to make a difference by contributing their time, skills, and passion towards various causes. At Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, we are gearing up to celebrate the power of volunteerism next month and hope you’ll join us!
We Honor Ruth Beckford, Pioneer in Free Breakfast Programs, for Black History Month
Beckford’s spirit remains very much with us at the Food Shuttle today as we celebrate Black History Month and continue to make child hunger a high priority in our work. Join us in giving a nod to Ruth Beckford for her leadership in recognizing that no child should have to deal with hunger as they strive to learn and grow.
Grow Your Own Fresh and Nutritious Produce at Home with Gardens for Everyone
Did you know that Inter-Faith Food Shuttle can help you build a raised-bed garden box? Growing your own produce at home is an excellent way to ensure your family has access to fresh, healthy food throughout the year at an affordable cost. Besides providing you with a nutritious harvest, the process of gardening also promotes physical exercise and mental relaxation. The Food Shuttle’s Gardens for Everyone program can help you get started.
Glenwood Elementary's Food Drive Exceeds Expectations
In the heart of Chapel Hill, Sheryl Kirkey, a dedicated 4th-grade teacher at Glenwood Elementary, was seeking opportunities to instill values of kindness and generosity in her students. She originally began seeking volunteer opportunities for her class to participate in at Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. Due to the age of her students, they were unable to directly volunteer at our location, however Sheryl and her students found an alternative way to make an impact by organizing a school food drive in support of the Food Shuttle.
Report Finds Four Top Contributors to Food Insecurity
FarmboxRX produced a report based on data from the applications, finding the following top contributors to food insecurity among participants: Disability and disease, fixed Income, including Social Security, age, and single parenthood.
Culinary Apprenticeship Program (CAP) Celebrates First Graduating Class Since Pandemic
Become a Cultivator and Sustain the Movement to End Hunger
On MLK Day of Service, We Call for an End to Hunger
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Supports BIPOC Farmers
We are grateful for our partnership with local BIPOC farmers and passionate about addressing the systemic barriers that leave them at a disadvantage. We are also grateful to our loyal supporters who make all of this possible. Together, we can realize our vision of a more equitable food system for all.
A Year of Impact: 2022-2023 Gratitude Report Available Now!
“As we grow forward, we will continue to meet the needs of our neighbors, advocate for change, and speak on behalf of those that feel unheard. Our continued collaborative focus remains on improving access to healthy, nutritious foods, educational experiences that empower, and training that leads to better lives for our neighbors. Thank you for your continued support and belief in our shared vision of a hunger-free community.” - L. Ron Pringle, President and CEO, and Kurt Heusner, Chair of IFFS Board of Directors