In my short time as Executive Director of Foodnet Meals on Wheels, one thing that continues to stand out is the dedication of our team and community. Each day, I feel honored to work with a committed group of people, and in a community that cares deeply about our mission.
The summer has been full of celebrations, parades, picnics, welcoming new staff and planning! Our Foodnet team has done a fantastic job of preparing and delivering almost 85,000 meals as of the end of June. This number will double by the end of the year.
We kicked off our summer by joining the Ithaca Festival Parade. We had a blast strolling down Cayuga street with our donated Subaru Outback. In mid-June we celebrated together with our community at our 31st Annual Picnic. When our community comes together like this, there are moments that I can actually feel the significance of what we do. Our participants and their family members remind us that our meal delivery services are really helping them to maintain their independence to remain living at home.
Over the past few months we have also been working on some very exciting projects including, implementation of our new client database software system, installation of our new loading dock doors, and our newest partnership as a host organization for the Women’s Opportunity Center’s Leadership, Employment, and Development Skills Program.
In July, we welcomed our new Food Service Operations Manager, Art Webb to Foodnet. Art brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a strong background in management and food service to our organization. He looks forward to connecting with our Foodnet community in the months to come.
We are looking forward to the rest of the summer and an exciting fall season. Keep your eyes open for the Mac ‘N Cheese Bowl save the date, new menu items, and more. We know that the work we do can’t be done alone. With our community behind us, our ideas become a reality. Many thanks for all of your support!
