The phrase “It’s Who You Know”, describes many things for us…….

Posted May 31, 2018 by Chris Evans at 8:59 PM

The many facets of “who you know”

The work each of us do, put us in contact with a variety of people. In our case, we interact with hungry children and strive to attract individuals and companies in a position to help us feed each one.

There are a variety of ways to do this. Our friends Eric and Brian created an event “Who Knows Norm”, designed to help educate and involve their community of bike enthusiasts in our mission. More than 50 bikers came together on a rainy Saturday and raised $2,600! Lucky us, that so many who know Norm, now know us!! Find additional fun pictures on our facebook page.

who knows norm?Who knows Norm 2    Road WorkWho Knows Norm 3        Bike RallyWho Knows Norm 4
Food Pantry

Winnetonka pantry impacts the school community

Our first in-school pantry finished the school year with product going home in larger quantities to help with summer food shortages. Launched on Sept. 11, over 150 different students have been served and several families were able to obtain much needed supplies.

Our inventory evolved as student needs and likes were discovered (SPAM was a surprisingly often-requested item). Students conducted a huge food drive and teachers and administration contributed food and made sure students knew who to contact and how to access the pantry. A huge thank you to our partners, Nourish KC, Backpack Shepherds and Church of the Good Shepherd.

Check our facebook page this summer for announcements regarding additional in-school pantries!
Teacher Transforms Community

Teacher transforms a school community, student lives and a City

Hopefully we all can remember a teacher who had a big influence in our life. A classic case of “who you know” and the amazing difference for so many! Read on for the inspiring story. (you may need to click the black screen to begin the video).

           Bill Cross

Save the date, Sunday October 21, 8 am. Registration for the 8th Annual Bill Cross 5K Walk/Run for BackSnacks will open soon!

Join us for our signature fundraiser. Zona Rosa will once again host our 5K on a beautiful Sunday morning, October 21st. Warm up with Liberty Yoga at 7:30 am and be ready to walk/run the course at 8 am. Invite your friends, family and co-workers to join you OR to sponsor your efforts. Together we can raise funds to support our efforts to feed our kids, here in the Northland.

If your company or group is interested in sponsoring our event, please contact Chris at [email protected] OR 816-301-GIVE.  At the $1,000 level your provided logo will have a “live link” and at the $2,000 level your logo will be printed our newly designed shirts.