Food Bank of Delaware training programs offer second chances for success
The accomplishments of 17 students from the Food Bank of Delaware’s culinary and warehousing logistics training programs were celebrated this morning at a graduation ceremony. The graduates served as a…
By Haasini Potluri, Bank of America Student Leader The Culinary Program has allowed Aniqua Jolly to take a second chance—a second chance on herself to pursue her passion of cooking….
By Haasini Potluri, Bank of America Student Leader “Not everyday is going to be peaches and cream,” says L.O.G.I.C. student Harrold Bisson. Harold and his classmates are just days away…
By Haasini Potluri and Ashwika Musku, Bank of America Student Leader We sat down to chat with an exceptional member of the Food Bank of Delaware’s L.O.G.I.C program—Derek Lord. During…
Despite struggles, home ownership is on the horizon now
Emotion is evident, even during a phone call. LaTasha obviously fights back tears as she recounts her struggles with debt and money management as she moves toward her goal of…
By Ashwika Musku, Bank of America Student Leader Clayton Brown is close to celebrating his graduation from the Food Bank of Delaware’s notable L.O.G.I.C (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing, Inventory Control)…
L.O.G.I.C. class leads to exciting new career: ship controller
When Shawn Garrett signed up for the first L.O.G.I.C. class offered at the Food Bank of Delaware’ s new Milford facility, his goal wasn’t specifically to work in a warehouse….
Rising Above: Dreama’s Journey from Addiction to Hope
“My name is Dreama, and I’m a grateful recovering addict,” she begins, her voice steady and filled with a newfound strength. Dreama’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and the…
From student chef to restaurant co-owner: A Culinary School success story
Sarah Fleetwood is a Culinary School success story. She began her food service career 15 years ago as an employee of the Blue Crab Grill; the seafood restaurant has been…
Back in the spring, an email from the Food Bank of Delaware piqued Demetrius Harris’ attention. At the time, he was self-employed as a home-improvement contractor toying with the idea…
