We are honored to share the following letter from the CEO of Gilead House, one of ExtraFood’s valued community partners. In her words, she reflects on the impact that rescued, nutritious food has on the lives of the individuals and families they serve, and shares her heartfelt appreciation for ExtraFood’s role in helping ensure no one in our community goes hungry. We are grateful for this partnership and proud to stand alongside organizations like Gilead House in nourishing our neighbors with dignity and care.
"As the CEO of Gilead House, I’m honored to represent an organization that has been a beacon of hope for mothers and children experiencing homelessness for over 25 years.
At Gilead House, we provide temporary housing, life skills training, and a supportive community that empowers families to rebuild their lives.
Our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and the belief that every woman and child deserves a safe place to call home and the opportunity to thrive.
Today, I want to take a moment to honor one of the most powerful forces behind that transformation: ExtraFood.
At Gilead House, many of the mothers we serve are not only navigating homelessness—they are also survivors of domestic violence. Their courage to seek safety, stability, and a better future for their children is nothing short of heroic.
And when organizations like ExtraFood show up with nourishment and care, it sends a powerful message:
you are seen,
you are valued,
and you are not alone.
To the team at ExtraFood, and especially to the food deliverers—our unsung heroes—you are the heartbeat of this mission. You don’t just deliver food.
You deliver dignity.
You deliver hope.
You deliver the powerful message that someone cares.
The nutritious, high-quality food you bring to our families is more than sustenance. It’s a bridge to stability. It’s a reminder that no one is forgotten. For the mothers and children at Gilead House, your deliveries are a lifeline—and often, a moment of joy in a difficult journey.
I’ve seen the smiles when fresh produce arrives. I’ve heard the sighs of relief when a warm meal is placed on the table. And I’ve felt the deep gratitude from families who know that someone—someone like you—went out of their way to make sure they were fed.
Your work is quiet, but its impact is thunderous.
You show up, rain or shine, with food in your hands and love in your hearts.
And because of you, our families can focus on healing, rebuilding, and dreaming again.
So from all of us at Gilead House: thank you.
Thank you for your generosity, your consistency, and your belief in the power of food to change lives.
You are not just part of the solution—you are the soul of it.
Let’s keep nourishing hope, together.
And hey—if you ever wonder whether your deliveries make a difference, just know our families talk about you like legends. You’re basically the secret superheroes of snack time. Thank you."
Carrie Scrimshire
CEO, Gilead House
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