Foodies Care Honors Local Volunteers and Supports Nonprofits at Legacy of Leaders Awards Ceremony

Foodies Care, a Jacksonville-based nonprofit dedicated to fighting hunger and homelessness, is preparing to honor 12 local volunteers at the upcoming Legacy of Leaders Awards Ceremony. The event, taking place on July 30 at the Jacksonville Golf and Country Club, will not only recognize these individuals for their invaluable contributions but also award each of their affiliated nonprofits a $1,500 stipend. This initiative represents a total contribution of over $115,000 in donations and marketing grants, underscoring the significant impact of volunteerism and charitable giving in the community.

The awards ceremony features categories such as the Gary Chartrand Lifetime Service Award and the Barbara Westrick Heart of Service Award, named to honor the diverse ways volunteers serve their community. This event kicks off a series of food-centric fundraising activities organized by Foodies Care, aimed at engaging the community in the fight against hunger and homelessness through enjoyable yet impactful experiences.

Since its founding by Mike White in 2014, Foodies Care has evolved from a musical production focused on homelessness to a key supporter of local nonprofits, including Feeding Northeast Florida and Mission House. Anne Ackerson, president of Foodies Care, highlights the dual mission of their events: to provide entertainment while also driving tangible change by backing those who dedicate their efforts to improving lives in Northeast Florida.