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October is here, and with it comes the unmistakable shift of fall. The air turns crisp, the leaves begin to change, and nature invites us to slow down and look inward. Fall reminds us that change, though sometimes challenging, can be both necessary and beautiful. It’s also a season of reflection and deep gratitude—especially for the transformations we witness every day in the lives of young people.

September is Hunger Action Month, and we’re shining a light on the work of FAWN, the Food and Wellness Network, in combatting food insecurity and addressing the intersecting challenges our shoppers face.

While many families are filling backpacks and picking out first-day outfits, our ELECT program is preparing pregnant and parenting teens for a school year that looks a little different. These young parents are working hard to earn their diplomas while also caring for their children — and ELECT is here to help them succeed at both.

This month, we’re shining a light on a program that often works quietly in the background but plays a vital role in the lives of foster youth—it’s called our Family Finding Program.

“Champions don’t show up to get everything they want; they show up to give everything they have” -Alexander den Heijer

May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and Foster Care Awareness Month—two causes that are deeply connected.