Our Staff
Building community through food wouldn’t be possible without the passion and commitment of our incredible team. They each bring a unique perspective to the work, while sharing a common drive to nourish our communities.
Valerie MacMillan
Interim Executive Director
“Peace is a safe space in which people are free to be themselves within a community that promotes dignity and mutual respect. And nourishment is so much more than a full belly. Nourishment has the potential to provide a pathway to growth and opportunity. A meal shared with people we love is one of the greatest gifts in life… Good food feeds conversations and grows relationships.”
Abby Brace
Volunteer & Development Coordinator
“If someone is nourished, they not only have the bare minimum of what they need when it comes to food, shelter, and community, but they also have extra beyond that and are able to have what they want.”
Cheryl Ousley
Site Manager
“Peace is being in a place where I am able to help others meet their needs and develop relationships with the communities we serve. Nourishment is being fulfilled in every aspect of life, starting with feeding the body…I love being able to work with and around people who are like family, who have the same heart to serve others as I do.”
Chad Walter
Site Manager
“Nourishment goes beyond eating food for the function of our bodies, it’s also about nourishing our minds. Nourishing your mind with positivity promotes a loving heart, and what you pour out nourishes the world. Life is about cultivating love and relationships. Establishing a solid culture establishes solid communities.”
Marquis Thorn
Home Delivery Coordinator
“Nourishment to me encompasses both physical and mental sustenance—it’s not just about feeding the body but also nurturing the mind and soul. It’s about providing the essential elements needed for growth, vitality, and overall well-being.”
Aubree Hansen
AmeriCorps Member
“For me, nourishment means replenishing various needs, whether these be physical, mental, or spiritual. I believe it’s important to nourish the self properly so that nourishing others and creating community comes naturally.”
Erika Schmitt
AmeriCorps Member
“Nourishment isn’t just about healthy food. It’s about access to it. It’s also about Nourishing the mind, body, and Soul. I believe in holistic health and nourishment.”
Max Ramsey
Volunteer
“What we can control is how we value one another, and care for one another’s concerns. We can control our attitude and our behavior. So much beyond that is beyond our control right now. Today, we can love one another, and put the needs of others before our own. This is our community. This is our way.”
Cynthia Wilson
Volunteer
” I love being a volunteer. I feel joyful, knowing that we are helping to feed children and adults who need food. We treat each patron with dignity and respect. We laugh, share stories, share recipes, and sometimes share a tear or two with someone who is really going through hard times.”