Thank You, Hunger Heroes!

 

None of our work would be possible without the dedicated school nutrition staff and community organizations who are on the ground and work tirelessly to support children and provide them with nutritious meals 365 days a year. We recognize and celebrate their commitment to ensuring kids are fed through our Hunger Hero campaign. Keep scrolling to see past Hunger Heroes that have been recognized for their work in keeping Tennessee kids fed!

Rhea County

Ruel Barnett, School Nutrition Manager

“Ruel will go above and beyond to feed every child through school year, summer/SSO, camps (was serving the summer pick site at Rhea Co. HS).”

– Honored by Debbie Blackmon

Marion county

Kathy Brown, School Nutrition Manager

“Kathy does not know how to be unsuccessful. She gives her all and then adds more when feeding kids.”

– Honored by Danita Taylor

Robertson County

Robertson County Central Office Staff

“Every Summer Central office staff volunteers to work the mass community feeding event. They are already looking to next year!”

– Honored by Patsi Gregory

Bradley County

Kristy Randolph, Manager of Bradley Central High School

“Kristy created an encouraging TikTok video about the school district’s healthy meals!”

– Honored by Emily Brown

Milan Special School District

Sara Azbell, Cafeteria Manager

“Sara took the initiative to implement and coordinate a robust rural non-congregate summer meal pick-up program in summer 2023, serving over 35,000 meals!”

– Honored by Vickie Dunaway

Trenton Special School District

Jessica Murray, Assistant Principal

“Ms. Jessica works well with both our school nutrition staff and students. We are a cohesive team working to keep our students fed and happy!”

Anita Callis, Assistant Manager

“She managed the summer program without a hitch, when the manager no longer wanted to work. She is very organized, efficient and great to work with on SNP projects!”

– Both honored by Lisa Seiber-Garland