While many ESD classes participate in food drives and other projects benefiting North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), Katherine Cowser '21 wanted to become more involved. As a result, Katherine became an inaugural member of the Young Advocates Council, an organization of students dedicated to making a lasting impact on their neighbors experiencing hunger. The Young Advocates Council (YAC) members volunteer at the Food Bank and its partner agencies, as well as plan their own initiatives to raise funds and food. This experience has been especially meaningful in the impact of COVID-19 on our community.
“It is always the hands-on experiences in which we can meet those we serve that have the most impact on me,” Katherine said. “One highlight is when we helped guide shoppers through a food pantry. It gave me a chance to connect with the people I was serving on a more personal level.”