There's Bruce Wayne, Peter Parker, and Jacquie Bourne.
Oh, she thinks we don't know. But we know...
No one can prepare 500 meals a week, supervise a kitchen full of teenagers, meal plan, shop, and manage life as a college student with a toddler unless they have super powers.
But seriously, this woman is a wonder. Because of her, we are able to serve free meals and snacks every day at Joel's Place, Boys & Girl's Club and The Literacy Council. That's a lot of hungry tummies getting filled each day, and we couldn't do it without her.
Like all great superheroes, she has a side kick. Johnnie Avakumoff is a Lathrop HS student who began as a volunteer, then an intern and then was happily hired on as the Cafe assistant. He is one of several of our High School age staff that have worked their way up from "JP kid" to staff and young leaders.
These young staff are the ones who mentor the younger kids, and keep things fun, energetic, LOUD and safe.
I guess they're kind of superheroes in their own right.
Speaking of superheroes, I had the opportunity to be in the room with about 100 of them last night.
A group called "100+ Golden Heart Women Who Care" meets four times a year to donate at least $10,000 to local non-profits. What an amazing thing! I guess Jacquie's not the only Wonder Woman in town, she's in a lot of good company.
But, even superheroes need help now and then, and Jacquie could use some help next week- we are running short on apples, oranges and 1% milk. If you could help this lady out, she would be ever so grateful. If shopping's not your thing, we will gladly accept grocery money or gift cards.
Donations can be dropped off Mon-Friday at 1890 Marika Rd. they are tax deductible and directly benefit the kids we serve each week.
Thank You for loving and feeding these wonderful kids.
Blessings,
Kelli
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