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September is for emailing reps, trying to apply for grants, cold calling pantries, and the birth of Munch w Mal.
After my internship at Madison K Cookies , where I created content and got a behind-the-scenes look at their business model (not to...
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Sep 18, 20242 min read


This Market + Kitchen Helps solve the direct problem with SNAP Benefits
In Philadelphia County alone, nearly 460,000 people rely on SNAP benefits. But with the average monthly benefit dropping from $274 in...
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Sep 10, 20242 min read


The newest Solar Fridge in Philly + Retail Rescue
Exploring Community Fridges to Nourish West Philly Volunteering with the Fridge on 40th Street in West Philadelphia has been an exciting...
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Aug 12, 20242 min read


Supporting New Beginnings: 8 Cleaning Baskets for Refugees
Starting a new life in a foreign country is an immense challenge, filled with uncertainty and hope. For many refugees resettling in the...
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Jul 15, 20241 min read


Philadelphia’s Community Fridges and the Power of Food Recovery: A Pathway to Food Equity
Amidst the challenges faced by countless families, the emergence of community fridges and technological solutions like the Slow Food...
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Jul 10, 20243 min read


Food insecurity + Textiles? How do they relate?!
I recently had the chance to volunteer at Fabscrap, an organization that focuses on reducing textile waste by collecting unused fabric...
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Jun 20, 20242 min read


Junk food choices = junk brains
As someone who cares a lot about the food we eat and where it comes from, I’ve noticed that many of the places where kids and families...
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Jun 11, 20243 min read


Building a Brighter Future: Books, Sustainability, and Community
This past school year has been incredibly rewarding as I had the opportunity to make an impact in two areas I’m passionate about:...
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May 30, 20241 min read


May Brings Growth: How We're Transforming Vacant Lots into Thriving Community Spaces
As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, May is the perfect time to focus on growth—both in our communities and in how we tackle...
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May 15, 20243 min read


Closing April with Impact: Tackling Food Insecurity and Lending a Hand to Refugee Families
From addressing food insecurity to supporting new refugee families, there are so many ways to make a difference. This month, I had the...
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Apr 30, 20243 min read


April Showers Bring Food Power: Learning About Food Equity
April is here! As we enjoy the fresh spring air and watch the flowers bloom, it’s the perfect time to think about growth and renewal—not...
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Apr 18, 20243 min read


Marching on with an update!
Recently I was able to volunteer with Expressive Pathways, a local nonprofit committed to creating a space for marginalized adolescents...
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Mar 13, 20242 min read


Call the Love Doctor!
As Valentine's Day fills the air with love and affection, it's also a time to reflect on how we can extend that love to the planet we...
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Feb 14, 20242 min read


new year, new goals to change your carbon footprint
https://www3.epa.gov/carbon-footprint-calculator/ Click the link above. Fill out this quick calculator it will take 5-10 minutes. This...
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Jan 3, 20242 min read
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