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October 2024 Faces of FACCES: Emmanuela Francique

Emmanuela has been a shining star in the FACCES Life Ready Ohio Program and a young thought leader in her community! Throughout her time at FACCES, she has consistently demonstrated forward-thinking and planning skills. She has participated in FACCES Fresh Market, Urban Garden, Family Gathering, and many other community events. As she began to experience the services and programs offered to families, Emmanuela developed a genuine love for serving her community and finding ways to help others. As the year progressed, more opportunities became available for her to get involved, including attending the FACCES T.A.L.C. Series at Mills James Production Studio. This one-day field trip opened the eyes of the youth to various career paths they could pursue. Now attending the University of Dayton, Emmanuela plans to further her education. She believes that people and connections hold the most value in business and life above all else. Continuously on the

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September 2024 Faces of FACCES: Mid-Ohio Food Collective

Mid-Ohio Food Collective: September 2024 Faces of FACCES  In 2019, we identified access to healthy food as a significant barrier for our community. With limited options available locally, we sought to address this challenge. Our partnership with Mid-Ohio Food Collective (MOFC) has been transformative, improving the availability of healthy food options one bag of produce at a time.  Over the past fiscal year (2023-2024), MOFC has generously provided 233,683.5 lbs (approximately 105,996.97 kg) of produce. This substantial contribution has been distributed to families and community members through Fresh Market and various events. MOFC’s dedication and consistent support have made a profound impact and highlight their role as Key Contributors to FACCES Families.  We deeply appreciate Mid-Ohio Food Collective and their staff for their ongoing commitment, and the vital role they play in advancing FACCES’s mission of connecting families with resources to lead healthier lives.

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A Year of Celebration at FACCES!

“In reflecting on the year gone by, my heart is filled with gratitude for the invaluable contributions of the children, families, and community members who actively engaged in shaping and advancing the FACCES programs. Their commitment to utilizing the services offered by FACCES for the betterment of their well-being, be it through nurturing knowledge, health, or overall wellness, has played a vital role in fostering a cohesive community that thrives on empowering one another. As I ponder upon the achievements of this past year, my sole desire is to wholeheartedly celebrate each child, family and community member who has dedicated themselves to embodying the essence of the FACCES mission and breathing life into its vision.” – Melissa Johnson, Founder of FACCES The FACCES Fresh Market, held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, provided essential fresh produce to the community, supported by the Mid-Ohio Food Collective and local

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