Community Food Bank Triple Your Impact Challenge
Local Residents Stephanie and Foster Lamm Will Triple Donations to Fight Hunger
Hunger remains a persistent challenge in communities throughout the Nature Coast. Working families, children, and seniors alike continue to struggle. Recognizing the urgent need to support those facing food insecurity, local residents Stephanie and Foster Lamm have taken a bold step to make a difference.
The Nature Coast couple, who is proud to call Citrus County home, is launching an ambitious challenge designed to rally the public around the Community Food Bank (CFB). Their inspiring initiative not only highlights the power of collective action but also serves as a beacon of hope for the countless individuals relying on the CFB’s support of 75+ partner agencies.
Here’s how the challenge works: for every $1 donated to the CFB before April 1st, the Lamm’s will donate an additional $2. This means that every $20 donation made to the CFB will provide 600 meals.
“Stephanie and Foster Lamm are passionate local residents who continue to make a meaningful difference in the fight against hunger within their community,” says Barbara Sprague, Executive Director/CEO of the CFB. “With a deep commitment to helping those in need, the Lamms have launched an ambitious challenge aimed at increasing donations to the CFB. Their shared vision is not only to raise funds but to inspire others to join the cause, creating a ripple effect of generosity and support.”
Stephanie and Foster Lamm have always been deeply connected to their adopted community and passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of those around them, believing that donating locally has the most impact.
“Witnessing firsthand the growing number of families struggling to put food on the table, we felt compelled to take action,” explains Foster Lamm. “Our motivation for launching this ambitious challenge to leverage donations stems from our shared belief that no one in the Nature Coast should have to face hunger.”
Driven by personal experiences and a strong sense of compassion, the Lamm’s understand that food insecurity isn’t just about a lack of meals, it affects health, education, and overall well-being. The couple hopes that by rallying local residents, businesses, and organizations, they can create a powerful wave of support that not only increases resources but also raises awareness about the urgent need to combat hunger in their area.
“This challenge is more than just a fundraising effort,” says Lamm. “It’s a call to action for the entire community to come together and ensure that all of our neighbors have access to nutritious food.”
The CFB has become the powerhouse organization that not only helps to keep their partner agencies operational but is also an essential part of the area’s social service infrastructure.
“Our role extends far beyond food assistance,” explains Sprague. “We are also advocates for job skills and placement, mental health, fair housing, public health, disaster support and assistance, and more. As a result, we have become an essential social service provider and partner that impacts each and every member of our community in some way.”
Despite ongoing efforts by the CFB, the demand for assistance continues to rise, exacerbated by economic challenges, rising living costs, and recent job losses. Many residents, including children and seniors, continue to face food insecurity, which not only affects their physical health but also impacts their ability to thrive in school and work
“Through their leadership and dedication, Stephanie and Foster are shining a spotlight on the urgent issue of food insecurity and motivating others to come together to ensure that no one in their community goes hungry,” concludes Sprague.
Now is the time to make a difference. Each $1 becomes $3. Any donations made by April 1st will be multiplied for greater impact up to 150,000 meals. Click the DONATE button at the top of our website to participate.
