There are moments in this work that remind me why we do what we do, and the Women Who Nourish event at UC Merced was one of them. This event idea began with a simple connection. I came across an article by Nancy Matsumoto highlighting Koda Rice Farms here in Merced County a couple of… Continue reading Women Who Nourish: Honoring Women Shaping Our Food System
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Honoring Edna Lewis: Seasonality, Simplicity, and the Power of the Plate
You can stop reading here and take a moment to appreciate how lucky you are – not because of any recognition, but because of access. Access to food stories. Access to local farmers. Access to food traditions that should be preserved and passed along. In celebrating Black History Month I have often come back to… Continue reading Honoring Edna Lewis: Seasonality, Simplicity, and the Power of the Plate
How I Turned a Simple Idea into a Low-Cost Fundraising Model That Keeps Giving Back
Eight years ago, a Facebook memory reminded me of something that still makes me smile—and still inspires how I approach fundraising today. It was my very first successful event for UC Merced’s Bobcat Pantry, supporting food-insecure students. The concept? Simple. Effective. Low cost. We called it Pints for a Purpose. For $10, guests received a… Continue reading How I Turned a Simple Idea into a Low-Cost Fundraising Model That Keeps Giving Back
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