Author Archives: Judie

About Judie

Community Advocate, Blogger and Consultant

VISTA Summer Positions

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Judie

KN2E has two 35-hours a week opportunities in El Dorado for HS graduates. These positions are ideal for those ages 18-24 looking for summer employment. Benefits include a living stipend and education award. The deadline to apply is May 7 … Continue reading →

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Kidz Summer LunchBox 2018: What’s New?

Posted on March 18, 2018 by Judie

Kidz Summer LunchBox invites children ages 1 – 18 to eat lunch with us, and then take additional foods home – weekdays, July 2 – August 10 (closed on July 4th) at 7 meal sites in El Dorado, including 6 … Continue reading →

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Showing our love for Kidz LunchBox Fans & Friends

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Judie

It’s February, which means Valentine’s Day is reminding us to celebrate love – and to specially recognize those who we love, admire, and appreciate. First of all, we want to show our love for all the amazing, hardworking volunteers who … Continue reading →

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Childhood poverty – survey results released!

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Judie

Last month KN2E circulated a one-question poverty survey: POVERTY SURVEY QUESTION What is your understanding about why one in five children in our community live with food insecurity due to poverty*? [*Poverty is defined as not having sufficient resources for … Continue reading →

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Kidz LunchBox 2017 volunteers recognized

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Judie

Kidz LunchBox couldn’t feed kids in the summer without dedicated and loyal volunteers! Some may only help for a shift or two, while others come weekly and more often. All were needed and appreciated. In 2017, we were blessed with … Continue reading →

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Kidz LunchBox provides summer meals

Posted on September 10, 2017 by Judie

Many thanks to the Butler County Times Gazette for publishing this awesome article about our new GLOW Bus (“Green LunchBox on Wheels”)! Click on the green bus to read article.

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GLOW Bus bringing free meals to kids soon!

Posted on July 1, 2017 by Judie

Kids Need To Eat’s new Green Lunchroom on Wheels – The GLOW Bus – is ready to start taking free meals to kids on July 5, 2017. At 5 bus stops, kids are invited to eat lunch on the bus … Continue reading →

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Volunteers Needed for Kidz LunchBox 2017

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Judie

Looking for something meaningful and fun to do this summer? Maybe something you could do with your children or grandchildren – or with your church group, co-workers, or family and friends? Kidz LunchBox 2017 needs volunteers to help feed kids … Continue reading →

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Kidz LunchBox holds snacks drive during May.

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Judie

We are also collecting reusable cloth totes in good condition. Questions? Please contact Barbara Day, 316-323-3899 (cell/text).

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Kidz LunchBox collecting books for kids

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Judie

Kidz LunchBox is collecting new and gently used books for children and young adults during April.  Books are needed for ages 1 to 18 – including adult books suitable for high school students.  See list of drop off sites below. … Continue reading →

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