Kurt’s Korner

Kurt’s Corner (2024 Spring)

Recent statistics from Feeding America estimate that 5.5 million people age 60 and over experience hunger in the United States. That’s 1 out of every 14 seniors across the country. Every state is home to older adults who face hunger, and our tristate area is no exception. Many of [...]

Kurt’s Corner (2024 Spring)

He’s “Still Kicking”

He’s “Still Kicking” Wayne worked for 28 years in a chicken factory before he retired. In that time, he raised four daughters and has seen more than his share of hard times. Now, rather than sitting back and relaxing in retirement, he’s helping to raise his nine grandchildren, who [...]

He’s “Still Kicking”

It’s a Great Mission

“It’s a Great Mission” When Maureen retired as principal at a local Catholic school a few years ago, she wanted to find something meaningful that she could continue to give her time to each week. Because they did a lot of service work with food pantries through the school, [...]

It’s a Great Mission

It Helps a Lot

“It Helps a Lot” Alice loves to cook. But when she started to lose her eyesight, it became difficult for her to get out for groceries — and even harder to live alone. Thankfully, she was able to move in with her son Richard last year. Richard volunteers at [...]

It Helps a Lot

I’m Very Thankful

“I’m Very Thankful” Pamela is retired from a career in retail merchandising, and like many retirees, lives on Social Security benefits — something that has become much tougher to do lately. Originally from Kentucky, Pamela moved back to the area to be closer to her son and his family [...]

I’m Very Thankful

Why Helen and Steve Rindsberg’s Support Is So Special

A Family Tradition of Kindness For Helen and Steve Rindsberg, their interest in Freestore Foodbank runs deep. “Giving food is hugely important, but we also appreciate Freestore’s efforts to help people become stronger and more self-sufficient,” says Helen. “Like Cincinnati COOKS! with industry-specific skills.” “Giving is part of our [...]

Why Helen and Steve Rindsberg’s Support Is So Special

Braeleigh’s Birthday Will Be Extra Special Because You Cared

Making Holidays — and Birthdays — Special Natasha is hoping to make this Thanksgiving extra special since her daughter Braeleigh turns 2 the next day. She wants the meal to include some Thanksgiving staples like stuffing and pumpkin pie. Natasha is a medical assistant, but as a single mom [...]

Braeleigh’s Birthday Will Be Extra Special Because You Cared

How You’re Helping One Family Celebrate the Season

Holidays Are Important NeKhaiia loves caring for others, especially with a hot, nutritious meal. It’s a legacy of kindness that’s been handed down from her grandmother Ilka, who always makes sure friends and neighbors have somewhere to go for a welcoming meal on the holidays. “It lets them know [...]

How You’re Helping One Family Celebrate the Season

LIFT Provides Pathways to Success

When Justin first looked to Freestore Foodbank for help, he needed a new support system for him and his son. After incarceration due to a battle with drug dependence, he needed a new career path. Justin came to Cincinnati because he saw potential advantages to better himself in a [...]

LIFT Provides Pathways to Success

Here’s Why Jim Keeps Coming Back

Dropping Ducks for 29 Years Longtime Rubber Duck Regatta volunteer Jim Coates and his wife, Joan, moved to Greater Cincinnati in 1970 when P&G recruited him right out of graduate school. They raised their two children here, and it’s where Jim first got involved with Freestore Foodbank more than [...]

Here’s Why Jim Keeps Coming Back
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