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May Third 2025
Fresh food is essential—but USDA cuts are putting access at risk for thousands of our neighbors. At Lift UP, we’re responding with community-powered solutions: from garden pledges to monthly giving, there are simple ways you can help fill the gap and keep fresh, nourishing food on the table. Read on to see how you can grow with us.
May Second 2025
This summer, we’re rallying our community to take action as USDA cuts threaten over 150,000 pounds of the fresh food our neighbors rely on. From pledging your garden harvest to becoming a monthly donor, there are simple, meaningful ways to help fill the gap and keep nutritious food on the table for families like Clara’s. Read more to find out how you can make a difference.
May First 2025
We Surpassed Our Goal—Thanks to You! See how your support helped us raise over $116,000 at Making Connections 2025—and why this moment of community resilience matters more than ever. Don’t miss the powerful story of Chris, and how together, we’re growing a stronger, more nourished future. Read the full update here.
April 2025
In this month’s newsletter, we’re highlighting the power of food as medicine. Hear directly from one of our Resident Advocates about how access to fresh, nutritious food is transforming lives and building stronger, more connected communities. Learn more about how Lift UP is navigating a sudden freeze in USDA food funding—and what local support means in the face of rising demand.
March Second 2025
Egg Prices Are Rising—But We're Cracking Creative Solutions!
With egg prices soaring, many in our community are feeling the pinch. At Lift UP, we’re working hard to keep eggs stocked at our pantries—while also sharing affordable substitutes to help families keep cooking nutritious meals. In this month’s newsletter, we’re serving up budget-friendly egg alternatives so no one has to miss out on their favorite dishes—no eggs required!
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March First 2025
This year we are focused on roots of resiliency through cultivating a sustainable future within our community. This month we shared our love of eggplant with our neighbors, creating nutritionally rich foods that our healthy for our bodies while still feeling like comfort food. Read more to learn about the delicious recipes we are cooking up this month for Supper Club!
February 2025
This month's newsletter is a tribute to the amazing dedication, reach, and unbridled love of Susan Wolfe. A long time volunteer and a major pillar of the Lift UP family. Her ability to connect with every person she met and cultivate community within those moments, was one of her greatest legacies.
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December First 2024
In this months newsletter we dive deeper into our community we serve at Preston's Pantry with Donna's story (name has been changed). Donna is another senior in our community who benefits from the fresh foods available at the pantry. Read her story about how she is able to thrive with the supplemental ingredients from the pantry.
November Third 2024
Nourshing Seniors 65+ is our year end campaign to assist our senior neighbors in accessing easy nutritious foods. We partnered with Pizza Theif this year to educate seniors on ways to use the items in their food boxes to make delicious pizzas, salad dressings and bread sticks at home. Read 91 year old Roslyn resident Tone describe the impact the fresh, accessible food has had on her life
November Second 2024
This Veterans Day we honor our veterans with the launch of our Nourishing Seniors 65+ fundraising campaign. Here we share the stories of veterans in our Lift UP community who rely on Lift UP for the healthy food they need to live independently and stay engaged in their communities.
