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Happy Friday! We would like to introduce you to our Friday Volunteer Team Lead Kevin!When we asked Kevin to share about his experience and serving Joy, this is what he said:I was introduced to Joys belong time volunteer Zoe when we were working on a CSA farm a few years ago. I remain motivated to show up because we are helping so many people access Nutrition food while reducing food in waste stream. And, I love the "family" I have made while serving the cause.My favorite part about leading the team is the relationships I have developed with all of the other great volunteers, and Kathy. Since I retired, these folks have become a wonderful part of my social life experience.and they work extremely hard!Coordinating the challenges can be tricky as every day is different and the volunteers present are all different people with unique personalities and communication styles. But all are welcome to do different tasks and be flexible with a fluid organization that can change on a daily basis. Communication is key.Some other community organizations I volunteer with are Broken Shovels Farm animal sanctuary and the Gabriel Foundation Parrot Welfare Organization. Working with animals (like people) brings much joy to my heart. One of my favorite parts of serving at Joys is working with our younger volunteers. They are so eager to help and take direction easily. Once upon a time I was a high school teacher and I enjoy interacting with younger people. It's also heart warming to watch them blossom in their interactions with adults and increased confidence in helping with tasks independently For new volunteers it's very important to understand that every day of the week operates a little differently and be open to the different leaders directives. It's a fluid, ever changing organization that has a end goal of taking in food and distributing that food to 5000 families a month in our community. There are many ways to meet that goal so being open fluidity in the process is imperative to contentment at Joy's. Joy's is unique in the amount of real work that gets done by a small, but amazing, group of employees and a whole lot of volunteers. Kathy's vision and love for her organization is unparalleled as it's been a 12 year evolution in serving all humans while doing great things for the environment. It's such a welcoming group to all volunteers and users of our services and that shows in our diversity through the organization. I feel i bring positivity and Joy to Friday's team by genuinely caring deeply for my teammates. They all inspire me to be better. We communicate openly, are flexible, and help one another. I never ask of others to do things I don't want to do and I make lame attempts at humor which keeps people laughing! We love you Kevin and your dedication to feed people and animals! To learn about the other NPO work Kevin does, please visit these links:https:\/\/brokenshovels.com\/<\/a>and https:\/\/thegabrielfoundation.org\/<\/a>\u2764\ufe0f<\/b><\/i><\/div><\/div>\n\n \n
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Today - Sat Jan 4th-2025We have a LARGE amount of food to share on our Joy\u2019s Patio from 11-12:30pm. Come get food for your family!<\/div><\/div>\n
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ONE LOVE, ONE JOYA Night to Connect, Celebrate, and Feed Thousands February 14th, 2025 | 5:30 - 11:30 PMAvalon Ballroom | Boulder, COA conscious Valentine's date night to remember \ud83d\udc96<\/b><\/i>Connecting the community to Joy's Kitchen\u2019s mission to feed families and save viable food from waste.\ud83c\udfb6<\/b><\/i> Live Music: Tubby Love, Paul Izak, Andy Babb & Lara ElleMusic \u2022 Dinner \u2022 Micro Workshops \u2022 Cacao \u2022 VendorsConnection Portals \u2022 Real-Time Impact Navigators Live Painters \u2022 Wish Tattoos \u2022 Art & Gift Auction \ud83d\udc49<\/b><\/i> Come experience connection, art, and impact.\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f<\/b><\/i> Tickets and info: https:\/\/app.actualize.earth\/oneloveonejoy<\/a>\ud83d\udc96<\/b><\/i> Let love be the cure. Let joy be the connection. \ud83d\udc96<\/b><\/i>\ud83d\udc9b<\/b><\/i> At Joy\u2019s Kitchen, our mission is to build intentional community while rescuing viable food and redistributing it to families across Colorado. Through love, action, and connection, we meet tangible needs and tackle food waste\u2014feeding 5,000 families every month.Goal: 10,000 meals for families in need!<\/div>\n
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To volunteer please visit the website:Joyskitchen.org\/volunteer<\/a> There is never any requirement to receive food, no need to register for distributions!<\/div>\n
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\ud83c\udf0d<\/b><\/i> Gathering for Good.<\/b>A hub for events that uplift, connect, and nourish communities<\/b>\u2014all in support of Joy\u2019s Kitchen<\/b>. From music nights to book clubs, sustainable fairs & more, we create intentional spaces<\/b> for change.\ud83d\udc9b<\/b><\/i> One love, one joy, one mission.\ud83d\udccd<\/b><\/i> Colorado-based | Events for impact\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f<\/b><\/i> Upcoming event: https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/one-love-one-joy-feat-tubby-love-paul-izak-and-andy-babb-lara-elle-tickets-1146571509249?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_campaign=order-confirm-bcc&utm_term=viewevent&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&ref=eemailordconf<\/a>#OneLoveOneJoy<\/a> #GatherForGood<\/a> #JoyInAction<\/a> #FeedThePeople<\/a> #EventsWithPurpose<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n
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Hey Joy\u2019s Family,<\/b>We\u2019ve got some big news to share. After 13 years of love, service, and community at Westwoods Community Church, we\u2019ve been told we need to find a new home.<\/b>While this decision wasn\u2019t ours, we\u2019re choosing to embrace what\u2019s ahead with gratitude for the millions of meals, the thousands of hands, and the endless love that\u2019s passed through these doors. Joy\u2019s Kitchen has always been about nourishment, love, and showing up for each other. <\/b> Starting as a outreach of Westwoods and naturally growing to a 501c3 has blessed us with the space to utilize , allowing us to keep overhead low and impact high\u2014focusing every bit of our energy on feeding people, building relationships, and making sure no one in our community goes without.<\/b>Now, the time has come for us to step into a new chapter. WWCC has asked us to be completely transitioned out by September 1st.<\/b> \ud83d\udea8<\/b><\/i> This is big stuff! \ud83d\udea8<\/b><\/i><\/b>We have until September 1st to:<\/b>\ud83d\udd39<\/b><\/i> Secure enough funding to continue our regular, uninterrupted service to the thousands who rely on us.<\/b>\ud83d\udd39<\/b><\/i> Raise the resources needed to relocate and increase our budget capacity to lease a new space.<\/b> As you know, we are a grassroots, community-funded organization. This shift comes at a critical time, with reductions in food benefits for working families and increasing economic strain impacting those in need more than ever before.<\/b> How You Can Help:<\/b>\ud83d\udcaa<\/b><\/i> Keep Volunteering \u2013 Our mission doesn\u2019t stop, and neither do we!<\/b>\ud83c\udfe1<\/b><\/i> Help us find a space \u2013 If you or someone you know has a lead on a suitable location, email us for a one-page synopsis of our needs.<\/b>\ud83d\udce9<\/b><\/i> Email us at:<\/b> \u2022 <\/b>Kathy@JoysKitchen.org<\/b> \u2022 <\/b>Info@JoysKitchen.org<\/b>\ud83d\udcb0<\/b><\/i> Donate & Share Fundraisers \u2013 We need immediate support to sustain operations AND secure a new space.<\/b>\ud83d\udd25<\/b><\/i> Join Us at the Joy Fam BBQ (Date TBA) \u2013 A community gathering to connect, share, and plan for the future.<\/b>\ud83d\udce2<\/b><\/i> Show up, share our story, and spread the word \u2013 Where there is Joy, there is hope.<\/b>\u2705<\/b><\/i> Stay Tuned! \u2013 Keep an eye out for updates, important dates, and funding goal challenges for our amazing supporters!<\/b> We believe this shift is an opportunity for growth, and we need to get serious (with fun!) about manifesting the perfect new home for Joy\u2019s Kitchen and the right angels to help us continue our work.Keep eyes and hearts open. Get the story out. Raise the prayers. Know that we do beautiful things together.\u2728<\/b><\/i> We can\u2019t wait to see what Joy\u2019s becomes! With love and gratitude,Joys Founding Family and Board of Directors*Important Request for Our Community:We ask that conversations about the transition be saved for designated times so we do not overwhelm our staff and core team as they continue maintaining daily operations. We honor the space, the decision-makers of this, and the good energy that allows us to serve others with love.At the same time, we know this is serious and that many of you are feeling deeply about this transition. Facing hunger insecurity on behalf of those we serve is a big feeling. We are creating safe spaces within our community for processing, brainstorming, and supporting each other.<\/b> 12 years of Joy Google Photos Album HERE<\/u><\/a><\/div>\n \n
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