“The kids learn so much about outdoors and nature and don’t even realize how much they’re helping other people. To see the kids’ faces light up when they realize they’re meeting someone who they helped is just amazing. It is such a wonderful organization that teaches adults, as well as children, to serve other people while they’re nourishing their own life. The word ‘nourish’ is so perfect. We really are nourishing the community.”

“I became involved with the Village Project partially because I lost my mother to cancer when I was 15 and also because it was an organization that provided our entire family an opportunity to volunteer in some way. Over the years, I have donated much of my time to volunteering. It’s so rewarding to give back to my community and support others in their efforts to do the same. I enjoy gardening, cooking and the outdoors (especially with children), so this is the perfect fit. My hope is that the children that I work with are learning the joy of serving and helping others, while having fun at the same time.”

“Volunteering at Village Project is a great opportunity for you to be part of something bigger than yourself and have an incredible effect on the people we serve.”

"Going through my cancer journey, I've never felt like I was alone. There’s always contact and genuine care and concern. And, for those who believe, prayers that go above and beyond. It’s amazing how this organization was so small and now has blossomed and it's helping more and more people and families. I would like to see more people embrace volunteering, donating and being active in the Village Project. It’s about so much more than cancer or having cancer. It really is about community."

"Even though I’m sick, I want to make sure my family comes first. Especially when I know I can’t cook or make my family feel good, there’s someone to feed them who cares. And what they eat is healthy. It takes a lot of stress off me."