Forward Magazine November 2020

Forward.

The ties that bring us together around the world are not often the ties that we would have expected, however, they are the moments that unite us and make us stronger. Going into 2020 we could not have imagined that the face of Higher Education or Campus Dining would transform so quickly and drastically. In the face of change, our partnerships have been forever strengthened.

If we've learned one thing this year, it's how much we want to feel connected to the people we care about the most and show our appreciation. We appreciate YOU! As we move Forward into this new month, we enter November with gratitude. We are thankful for the ability to serve your campus community. We celebrate the art of hospitality, the sacrifice of service and the warmth of cherished relationships.

2020 has been a year like no other. As you gather with friends and family this month, we wish you all the warmth and joy of the holiday season.

Maurice Jenoure, Chief Operating Officer

Dina Zaikouk, Vice President

Together We Thrived.

Together We Move Forward.

Often times, it may be easy for us to take food, one of our most basic needs, for granted. We can easily forget just how fortunate we are to have access to nutritious meals on a daily basis. Gratitude is one of the simplest ways for us to cultivate a renewed sense of appreciation for our food. By incorporating gratitude into our daily routines, we can enhance feelings of well-being and create a better quality of life.

Here are seven ways to practice food gratitude each day.

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1. Donate to a Food Bank Not everyone has the luxury of having three meals a day. Visit your local food bank to donate canned goods or nonperishable items that will go to families in need.

2. Plant a Garden

Though this may be more difficult during the winter months, learning to grow your own produce will give you a new-found appreciation on food.

3. Eat a Meal While it sounds simple, how many times a day do you actually sit down and concentrate on the meal in front of you? Take a moment to mindfully concentrate on your food by enjoying the aroma and flavors, or perhaps eating a meal with someone you love.

4. Keep a Food Gratitude Journal

Take a moment to write down a simple note on why you appreciate your food. For example, you could write “I’m glad I can eat this/these____________________ (fill in the name of the food here) because it _________________________ (fill in whatever health benefit you’re getting from the food).”

You’ll be surprised by how much what you eat benefits your body and mind!

5. Cook Mindfully

Sometimes, cooking is something that we just cram into our busy lives. Instead, take some time to slow down and prepare one of your favorite recipes.

6. Shop at Your Local Farmers Market Visiting your local farmers market will allow you to see just how much planning and labor goes into producing the food that you love. Be sure to support your local farmers so that they can continue to help bring food to your plate.

7. Minimize Food Waste

We probably don’t realize just how much food we throw away every day- from expired leftovers or spoiled produce. Through proper waste management, we have the ability to reduce waste, save money and conserve resources. Simple ways to reduce food waste include planning your meals, only buying what you need and storing food correctly.

Gratitude is the art of readiness to show kindness and appreciation. It is the appreciation for life, health and the small things in life that are important to you demonstrated to others. As we enter into a season of giving thanks, cultivate a heart of gratitude by giving back. Share your care and appreciation for humankind through acts of kindness.

Giving is easy when you have the luxury to pay it forward, but what happens when the world is facing challenging times together? It is the moment when you choose kindness, sharing and getting creative in how you can extend support to others.

One of the most impactful ways to express gratitude is by giving back. You can get involved in your campus community, surrounding cities or hometown by donating and volunteering at a food bank or food pantry.

Tis’ the season to give back, by getting involved!

Check out this list of food banks where you can donate or volunteer near you Cheyney University West Chester Food Cupboard 431 S Bolmar St West Chester, PA 19382 https://westchesterfoodcupboard.org/ Coppin State University Maryland Food Bank 2200 Halethorpe Farms Rd Baltimore, MD 21227 https://mdfoodbank.org/ Edward Waters College Catholic Charities Food Pantry 1470 W 13th St Jacksonville, FL 32209 https://www.ccbjax.org/food-assistance Elizabeth City State University Food Bank of the Albemarle 109 Tidewater Way Elizabeth City, NC 27909 https://afoodbank.org/ Florida Memorial University Feeding Florida 1493 Market Street Tallahassee, FL 32312 https://www.feedingflorida.org/feedingflorida/florida-food-banks Hampden-Sydney College Faces Food Pantry 483 Commerce Rd Farmville, VA 23901 https://www.facesfoodpantry.com/ Lincoln University Divine Sent Food Cupboard 198 Barnsley Rd Oxford, PA 19363 https://www.divinesent.org/ Mississippi Valley State University Mississippi Food Network 440 W Beatty St Jackson, MS 39201 https://www.msfoodnet.org/ Norfolk State University Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore 800 Tidewater Dr Norfolk, VA 23504 https://foodbankonline.org/ Oakwood University Alabama Food Bank Association 2000-B Vernon Ave Huntsville, AL 35805 https://www.foodbanknorthal.org/

Prince George’s Community College Capital Area Food Bank 4900 Puerto Rico Ave NE Washington, DC 20017 https://www.capitalareafoodbank.org/ Shaw University Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina 1924 Capital Blvd Raleigh, NC 27604 https://foodbankcenc.org/ Talladega College Isaiah House Food Ministry 1225 Ward Ave Talladega, AL 35160 Tuskegee University East Alabama Food Bank 355 Industry Dr Auburn, AL 36832 https://foodbankofeastalabama.com/ University of Maryland Eastern Shore Maryland Food Bank – Eastern Shore 28500 Owens Branch Rd Salisbury, MD 21801 https://mdfoodbank.org/about/locations/easter n-shore-branch/ Virginia State University Colonial Heights Food Pantry 530 Southpark Blvd Colonial Heights, VA 23834 https://www.chfoodpantry.org/ Virginia Union University Central Virginia Food Bank 1415 Rhoadmiller St Richmond, VA 23220 https://feedmore.org/ West Virginia State University Facing Hunger 1327 7th Ave Huntington, WV 25701 https://www.facinghunger.org/

John Griffin, District Manager Omenita Gwinn, Shaw University Vincent Cokely, Shaw University Gary Young, THS Inventory Analyst

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