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Building a Brighter Future

At Freestore Foodbank, every family has a story, and Supreese’s is one of incredible resilience and gratitude.

A mother of three, Supreese juggles the challenges of raising her children and pursuing her dream of becoming financially independent. “This is a good place for me to come when I’m running short or low on food for the month,” she says of the Bea Taylor Market, a Freestore Foodbank choice pantry.

But Supreese isn’t just surviving — she’s striving for something greater. While utilizing Freestore Foodbank’s assistance, she’s also enrolled in CDL school, working hard to earn her commercial driver’s license. She says this milestone will help her secure better financial stability and reduce her reliance on community resources, which means they will be available for others who need them.

“This opportunity has been amazing,” she says. “For people who give, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your contributions truly make a difference in the community.”

Supreese’s gratitude shines through as she talks about how much donors like you mean to her family. Referring to her three children, ages 3, 12 and 18, she adds, “This helps ensure none of us go hungry.”

Stories like Supreese’s remind us of the impact we can make together. Thanks to supporters like you, families have hope and a path forward to a brighter future.

Make a difference today. Join us in our mission to build stronger, healthier communities.

Thank you for supporting important programs like the Bea Taylor Market. Your gifts provide neighbors like Supreese with extra help when they need it. And right now, your support goes twice as far, thanks to a matching gift!

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