Since 2016, I have been teaching my sixth grade students about food insecurity, helping them run food drives, and taking them on a portion of the March to raise awareness of food insecurity and inequity in our community. In the fall of 2019, I completed the entire 2 day march (43 miles!) for the first time, and it was a powerful experience to have, and to share with my family, friends, and especially my students. This year, I will walk again to raise money for the Food Bank of Western MA, and to raise awareness of this ongoing problem in our communities and our country (and world!)
Why I’m marching:
-No one should ever have to face hunger or to wonder if they. will have enough food. Especially children. As a teacher, I have witnessed first-hand the effects of food insecurity in some of my own past students, and that is something that I need to help change.
-I want to be a good role model for my son. I want to show him that we can make a difference in people’s lives, and in our world. This is just one step, though--there is a lot of change that needs to happen, and I want to teach him how and why action is necessary.
-I teach children. As an active member of a school community I know that walking the walk, and not just talking, is really important to being a positive influence.
- I want to give back to my community… And inspire others to do the same. I believe strongly in building our community by doing all that we can to support each other, and this is true now more than ever.
Please consider donating whatever you are able. Every little bit helps--each $1 donated provides 4 healthy and nutritious meals to a neighbor in need. Thank you, in advance, for your support and generosity!
With SO much love & gratitude,
Andrea
Be sure to tune in to 93.9 The River (FM), on November 22nd and 23rd to follow Monte and the marchers on our journey!For more info on Monte's March, visit: www.montesmarch.com