Dr. Melony Samuels, founder and CEO of The Marketing campaign In opposition to Starvation (TCAH).
Picture courtesy The Marketing campaign In opposition to Starvation
Picture courtesy The Marketing campaign In opposition to Starvation
Amidst the bustling cityscape of New York, a silent however pervasive wrestle persists — meals insecurity. Dr. Melody Samuels, founder and CEO of The Campaign Against Hunger (TCAH), stands within the coronary heart of this battle, a beacon of hope for 1000’s of New Yorkers in want. Dr. Samuels, initially from Jamaica, has devoted 26 years of her life to championing the battle towards starvation, making an indelible affect within the lives of numerous people.
In 1982, Dr. Samuels launched into a journey from Jamaica to Brooklyn to safe a brighter future for her household. Little did she know that this leap of religion would lead her to turn out to be the chief administrator for the Full Gospel Tabernacle of Religion Church, the place she encountered a single mom in determined want of help. This encounter ignited Dr. Samuel’s ardour and set her on a lifelong mission — to alleviate starvation and uplift the neighborhood.
In 1998, Dr. Samuels based Grace Worldwide, which later grew to become The Marketing campaign In opposition to Starvation (TCAH) to sort out meals insecurity and promote neighborhood well being. What began as a small pantry in Brooklyn has now grown to serve an astounding 14,000 households weekly throughout numerous areas in New York Metropolis, together with the Rockaways in Queens. Regardless of the requirement for proof of identification, TCAH operates with compassion, making certain that nobody is turned away.
Dr. Samuels’ tireless dedication mirrors her dedication to creating lasting change and paying ahead the assist she acquired upon her arrival within the nation. The Marketing campaign In opposition to Starvation’s annual Planter Award occasion, a pivotal second within the battle towards meals insecurity, is not only a date on the calendar however a testomony to the important work being completed to deal with meals insecurity in New York Metropolis and honors champions who’ve contributed considerably to this trigger.
Among the many honorees at this 12 months’s occasion are Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, who has been instrumental in advocating for meals safety insurance policies, New York Metropolis Councilmember Farah Louis, a powerful voice for the underprivileged, Renee McClure of Nationwide Grid, a pacesetter in company social accountability, David Mair of Kaiser Saurborn and Mair PC, a devoted professional bono authorized advocate, Teri Coaxum of Coaxum Connects & Coaxum Connects Wellness Basis, a champion for neighborhood well being, and Pastor Gilford T. Monrose, Religion Advisor, Workplace of The Mayor, a religious information for town’s most weak.
The occasion, scheduled for June 14, additionally affords sponsorship alternatives, starting from Presenting Sponsor to Silver Sponsor ranges. These alternatives present organizations with the possibility to assist and be acknowledged for his or her essential position in preventing meals insecurity. The Presenting Sponsor, for example, will take pleasure in unique designation and in depth recognition throughout numerous platforms, together with TCAH’s web site and social media.
The annual Planter Award occasion is a celebration of honorees’ achievements and a vital fundraising effort to assist TCAH’s ongoing work. In a metropolis the place meals insecurity stays a urgent situation, TCAH’s efforts have made a big distinction. The dedication of people resembling Dr. Samuels and the assist of organizations like TCAH supply a glimmer of hope and a promise for a brighter, extra nourished future for all New Yorkers. Your assist is important on this ongoing battle.
