August 7, 2023
Rising Above: Brandon’s Hands-On Path to the Industrial World
By Matthew Onyango, Bank of America Student Leader Brandon Sheats’s journey into the industrial field is shaped by his early experiences at St. George’s Technical School, where he discovered his interest in automotive mechanics. His learning at the LOGIC program further expanded his knowledge, although the program wasn’t always directly related to his industrial aspirations….
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August 2, 2023
From Homelessness to Culinary Dreams: The Inspiring Journey of Kameika Moore
By Matthew Onyango, Bank of America Student Leader In a world often fraught with hardships and setbacks, the story of Kameika Moore stands as a testament to the indomitable human spirit. A 45-year-old mother of three and grandmother of two, Kameika’s life took an unexpected turn after a divorce and a debilitating back injury resulted…
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August 1, 2023
STEP Application
Selected candidates will be interviewed. Some interview questions include: Why are you interested in working at the Food Bank of Delaware? Are you familiar with how the Food Bank of Delaware helps the community? What were your job responsibilities at your last job? Do you enjoy working alone? Do you enjoy working with others?…
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Specialized Training Employment Program (S.T.E.P.)
Partnerships, shared missions help serve neighbors in need
When First State Community Action Agency Executive Director Bernice Edwards (pictured right with Delaware’s own President Joe Biden) joined the Food Bank of Delaware’s Board of Directors last year, she brought to the table more than five decades of experience dedicated to eliminating poverty in the community. Not to minimize her professional expertise, Edwards’ reputation…
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July 27, 2023
Disability Pride Month: New programs focus on abilities
Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? The month is celebrated to honor the history, achievements, and challenges of the disability community. This month also recognizes the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion in society; it became law on July 26, 1990. Here at…
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July 26, 2023
Culinary School Spotlight: Terin Cochran
By Alicia Chu, Bank of America Student Leader When asked why he wanted to join the Food Bank of Delaware’s Culinary School, football and basketball player Terin Cochran explained, “I joined this program because I wanted to learn more about cooking. I wanted to learn the ins and outs of the kitchen. I also wanted…
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Culinary School Spotlight: Chaniz Curry
By Alicia Chu, Bank of America Student Leader When asked how the Food Bank of DE culinary program has impacted her life, California native Chaniz Curry answered, “Incredibly. I don’t know anything about the east coast. I don’t have family or friends out here besides my classmates.” An avid traveler, Curry has lived in California,…
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