Food Lifeline, a Washington-based organization combating hunger, has launched a new Teen Leadership Program aimed at empowering youth to make a difference. The program offers in-person volunteering, educational workshops, and leadership opportunities for teens aged 14 to 18, focusing on food justice, environmentalism, and advocacy. Food Lifeline believes involving young people in their mission is crucial for creating lasting change and inspiring future generations of leaders.
feed the community by distributing food to 300 partner organizations in western Washington, but it also has several programs actively working to end hunger including one that just launched in 2024 specifically for teens.
Korosec grew up giving back to her community and she wants to make sure teens have the same opportunity she had.
TEEN LEADERSHIP FOOD INSECURITY VOLUNTEERISM COMMUNITY SERVICE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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