Operation Foodsearch
Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search (OFS) is a hunger relief organization that provides free food, nutrition education, and innovative programs proven to reduce food insecurity. With a strategic focus aimed at ending childhood hunger, OFS empowers families and increases access to healthy and affordable food. The agency provides food and services to 200,000 individuals on a monthly basis – one-third of whom are children – through a network of 330 community partners in 42 Missouri and Illinois counties.
Kristen Wild, President & CEO of Operation Food Search discussed the strategies for meeting the immediate needs, building nutrition IQ, and championing change for those who are in need.
[00:00] Opening
[01:15] Return to Civility
[02:01] Interview with Kristen Wild
- Food pantry vs Foodbank
- History of Operation Food Search
- Distribution of Food
- Expired food
- Food insecurity
- 3 Food Pillars
[25:42] Information on Saint Louis In Tune
[27:05] Dred Scott Heritage Foundation Stamp Petition
[28:37] Follow-up thoughts on Operation Foodsearch
[32:15] Word of the Day - Oneirology
[34:42] Patriotism versus Nationalism
[48:26] Humor
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