If Steve Zollos, CEO of Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia, sees a need, he’s going to try his best to address it. When he was in college studying for his master’s degree, he made a decision to visit Crete, an island in Greece, to learn … [Read more...]
Invest in Your Local Foodbank!
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Whether it’s time, food, or funds — CEO Dr. Ruth Jones Nichols says whatever you have to give, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore will gladly receive. Today, Nichols talked about how the pandemic … [Read more...]
52 Faces of Food Insecurity: Gary
“It’s just a zero,” Mercy Chefs Founder and President Gary LeBlanc says nonchalantly. “The difference between 50 and 500 is just a zero, and zero has no value.” Gary explains that for his team of chefs, there is no limit to the number of meals … [Read more...]
Foodbank of Southeastern VA and the Eastern Shore adjusts distribution programs due to pandemic
NORFOLK, Va. – The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore is adjusting its program to provide fresh fruits, vegetables and non-perishable foods to people who are struggling to make ends meet. The organization had to find a … [Read more...]
$2.6 million emergency program provides 5-day food packages during pandemic
NORFOLK — A $2.6 million public-private program has been created to provide emergency food care packages for families facing hunger as the coronavirus pandemic continues. The 20-pound boxes will be filled with five days’ worth of nonperishable … [Read more...]
52 Faces of Food Insecurity: Anthony
Anthony Walters’ career with the YMCA of South Hampton Roads spans over 20 years. But, just three months into his position as president and CEO, he was faced with the unexpected and overwhelming responsibility of leading the organization through a … [Read more...]
