“The main thing, in my opinion, would be one single voice that has one mission — that is to concentrate and make sure that we’re continuing to develop, protect and advocate for our downtown.”
“We’ve been getting money here and there, but this is serious money that shows other foundations and the community what we’re capable of. Our hope is that this is just the start, and that we’ll continue building the relationships and systems we need to keep serving Latino youth and their families, wherever they are.”
“Choice of food is such a huge part of dignity for people. That’s why efforts like HEAL Markets and Double Up matter so much. They enable families to choose the vegetables and produce they actually want and will use, creating a real connection between farmers and communities.”
“Our community is showing up for us, and it's really powerful because, for 44 years, the work we've been doing has been in service to the community.”
“We’re not here to replace what came before us, but to build something new that respects the past while creating a fresh tradition for future generations."
“I don’t think there’s a shortage of talent. I think it’s a shortage of educational opportunities. A lot of guys want to learn, but they need an environment where they feel supported.”
“It’s about leveraging those personal relationships. Sometimes all it takes is hearing a story from someone who’s been a Big to inspire someone else to join.”
“I do think that when you scale, you want to make sure that you don't lose some of that magic that you had when you first started."
“We seek to serve all students and better their health and well-being, one program and one event at a time.”
“We’re out in the neighborhoods as much as possible. Whether we’re at coffee shops, during neighborhood walks, or even standing at local markets, our goal is to build authentic relationships.”
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