Community Matters: The Food Depot
Sherry Hooper, The Food Depot
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Sarah Amador-Guzman, SFCF Director of Development, takes the helm as host of Community Matters. Today, she is with Sherry Hooper, Executive Director of The Food Depot, discussing the biggest challenges of food insecurity across northern New Mexico, how organizations are addressing them, and The Food Depot’s recent win of a 2022 Piñon Award, which recognizes excellence in northern New Mexico’s nonprofit sector.
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About Community Matters
Our monthly radio show invites subject experts and community leaders to talk about the challenges and inequities our region faces and possible solutions that could contribute to its growth. Hosted by Santa Fe Community Foundation staff, Community Matters airs on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 PM on KSFR (101.1 FM). Listen to past episodes here.
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Community Matters: Dollars4Schools
Dollars4Schools provides public and charter school educators in Santa Fe with the resources they need to bring creative classroom projects to life and meet essential student needs. Whether it’s art supplies, science kits, or basic necessities, local donors make it all possible — one classroom at a time.
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