“Being here has reshaped how I view the world.  It has opened my eyes to food insecurity and poverty in my neighborhood.”

“You begin to realize that by giving your life to others, you actually become more alive.”

“It’s been wonderful to help serve my neighborhood in some way.”

“We are not coming to just get food, we are coming to spend time with the friends that feel like family.”

“The women who have volunteered regularly with me have become very close and I can't see myself volunteering without them.”

“Anybody’s life can be rehabilitated. But you need people listening and support. Rolling up your sleeves getting involved.”

“I understand what it’s like to be alone. So, when people come here... I pull up a chair and sit next to them.”

“I pulled up for food and you asked me, ‘How’s the housing situation?’ I looked over and almost started crying. It’s been such a blessing.”

“People who are coming to get food are just like everyone else, they have something to give as well.”

“Being here means to be among the community. To be among love.”

“I felt so welcome! Without this community of teamwork, I would not have made it through the past few months.”

“I have always worked for a living; I just never thought it would come to this. When I come here, they ask ‘what else do you need’ – and then they connected me with resources to pay my rent.”

“I am so glad for the good food and fresh produce. The variety of food is so good! And I make good meals with your help!”

“You’ll get more out of coming and volunteering than you put in.”

“A Community of Generosity means that you’re always giving. You’re generous from the heart.”

“I have a deep love for the city of Milwaukee and its diversity and what it has to teach me.”

“The food center helps me provide healthier meals for my family.”

“This is a very personal place, where anyone can come and invest in the community and walk out changed.”

“Most of us aren’t going to have that huge impact on big societal changes, but we can have a big impact on one person’s life.”

“There’s a couple of people who come here just for a hug. I don’t mind it. Cause me being out on the street can happen like that!”