Nakea is resilient. She has a long-standing relationship with her local food distribution in Akron. Over the years, Open M Ministry has been a steady source of support for her and her family through different seasons of life.
Nakea is a mother of seven and a grandmother of eight. Currently, three people live in her household, including her 16-year-old twin boys. Nakea is currently unemployed due to a disability, but she is working with Open M’s employment services to find a job that will work for her needs.
Nakea appreciates the help she receives, especially during the summer months and holidays when her children no longer receive meals at school. “It’s a real blessing,” she says. “Everyone here is so polite. They are always here when you need somebody — even just to talk to.”
Open M has been more than a food pantry for Nakea. Over the years, it’s become a place of community, connection and support. Because of the generosity of the community, Nakea and her family have access to the food they need to thrive.
Stories of Hope