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“FEAST is a program where I learned to read the labels, they taught us recipes for many easy and very delicious salads, I learned how excessive consumption of sugar, salt and fat affects us and it was also very nice to meet once a week with this group in Especially in this pandemic where we cannot go out and live together as before, it was very nice to talk with someone about how we felt and how the week had gone.”

“I've lost more weight. I know how to cook more healthy foods in variety of ways, I've been able to open up and feel safe in a group setting, I made new friends, opening up emotionally with the group helped me to grow stronger, I felt cared for...I love the bond that was created. It really was a safe space. Probably one of the first times in my life I've experienced comfort and safety in a group. Feast really helped me to feel better in social environments, and helped me raise my confidence. Thank you so very much! I would take the Feast class again.”

Aprendi que tengo que tener,
Fe en mi misma y en los demas.
Esperanza en que poco a poco lograre
pequeños cambios.
Amor al hacer cada actividad diaria.
Solucion siempre hay.
Tiempo que debo aprovechar al maximo.
Gracias FEAST

“I am more conscious of my choices especially regarding sodium levels, plant based foods, healthy well-portioned fats and whole grains. I am trying to be kinder to myself, but still hoping to lose 40 lbs this year. I loved the recipes and use at least one a week. I also loved the time set aside for Feast and miss the connection with the ladies in the group. ❤️”

“I am so happy that the parents learned how to cook better. Thanks for bringing this to our school. And thank you for the packages! We would love to have the program next year and we will be presenting to a parent committee to allocate funds for September.”

“I was so happy to be part of the remote class. I can be overwhelmed by nutritional info so it was great to get a better understanding through the lessons, as well as to participate in the social and emotional connection of the group.”

"My favorite recipe was the lentil soup which I had never made before and learned in this class. It was awesome!"

"I learned so much from these classes and how small changes can make a big difference. The sugar lesson was the most impactful for me, finding out about all the hidden sugars in processed foods. The sharing circle was very moving, being able to learn together, to connect and relate to each other."

"I was so happy to meet the great women of this group as we bonded over food, learned how to read labels and recipes and shared the meals and the discussion topics."

"This was an amazing time. The label reading was so eye opening to see what was hidden in the food. I am happy to have that knowledge of how to read them now. I loved the pasta salad recipe; I had never had that before. The sharing circle was the most moving and closest to my heart."

"I want to start off by saying good afternoon to all. Thank you for being here again after 16 weeks. I want to first start by giving thanks to Ana for supporting us on this path of learning. I speak for all, your help and support has helped us all in one way or another. I appreciate you understanding me every time I had to miss class for reasons of my father or work. This flexibility helped me know I had support even if I could not be there. I also want to thank the group because it was very nice to be part of this class with all of you. Every week listening to what you all had to share. Seeing everyone grow and care for their health and the health of their families was something nice for me to witness. I understand it was at first difficult for some of you to change your habits of eating. I know when I first started this was a huge change for me and to see that everyone else also made this change was nice. What I loved about FEAST was the multidimensions of heath. Even though the program focus was nutrition we still had the opportunity to take an art class during the 4 week program. Also to be able to participate in meditation and exercise classes. It was nice to get to know unfamiliar fruits and vegetables we received from the program. Exploring the different unfamiliar species of fruits and vegetables with my mother was a nice opportunity. I hope FEAST keeps on growing the next few years. I know many families need this type of support and help and it's nice to know it exists."

"Thank you all, I am very thankful with this group from FEAST. FEAST has helped and blessed my family and me. I am grateful for everyone and I want everyone to be helpful to others. Just like I was helped, I want to continue to help others so they may reach their goals in life by eating more nutritious food. Thank you everyone who is a part of FEAST. God bless everyone for the joy you gave us and for allowing us to share. Your words and your friendship mean a lot to me. I am thankful with all my heart. Thank You Anna."

“I am very grateful for my FEAST group, and for all of you. I’m grateful for the support - especially in the moments when people need someone to talk to the most. Thank you everyone who is behind this program. I hope you keep supporting us because it really does help us to learn how to eat healthier.”

"Good afternoon to everyone and everyone who. I first want to thank you for being an excellent teacher. The truth is that I learned many things I had no idea of. This has helped my health and the health of my daughters, of people who surround me because I would share with my sisters everything I would learn. Thank you and thank Shay because I found out about these classes. Thank you volunteers who helped bring the food to our home. That was nice of them to give their time and the vegetables were always received on time. The vegetables looked fresh. Thank you everyone who works for FEAST. I am very grateful because this was great help in many ways, you brought us the food, so we did not have to go out. You taught us many things. I hope this program continues on so many more families can learn everything we learned. Thank you."