Pansy is a hardworking, dedicated mother. She supports her two young children, a three-year-old boy and a seven-year-old girl. When her groceries begin to run low, Pansy visits the Foodbank’s onsite food pantries a few times per month.
The support she receives has had a real impact on her family’s day-to-day life. Packing two lunches every morning adds up quickly, especially with rising food prices. When her SNAP benefits were impacted last year, it became very difficult to make ends meet.
“Coming here has made such a difference,” Pansy shared. “I’m able to make meals when I’m running low on groceries.”
Pansy has previously volunteered at the Foodbank when she needed service hours for her job with Akron Public Schools.
What began as a requirement gradually became something more meaningful to her — a chance to give back to the very place that has helped her family.
“I would like to extend a big thank you. With having kids, this is an excellent resource. It’s greatly appreciated.”
When asked what she wishes others understood about hunger in her community, her answer is simple but powerful.
“Food is food. I wish they weren’t so judgmental about it.”
Her story reflects the strength, determination and gratitude shared by so many families across the region. Thank you to community members and donors for supporting families like Pansy’s.
Stories of Hope