Changemakers
Which changemaker raised $150,000 by selling lemonade in Fairfax?
Vivienne Harr
What is a food desert?
A place where there is limited access to affordable, fresh food.
Why percentage of food is wasted in our own homes each year?
42%
How many food deserts are there in Marin County?
4
Why is it important as a changemaker to understand others' perspectives?
In order to make change in a community, listening to various points of views and being open-minded helps others feel heard and gives them a voice.
Which changemaker invented tiny pantries to feed people facing food insecurity?
William Winslow
True or false. People who live in food deserts suffer from more health issues.
TRUE
Nearly __________ of the food produced in the world each year is wasted.
HALF
1 in _______ children in Marin are food insecure.
4
What is an assumption that adults might make of young people?
answers will vary.
Which changemaker invented a water filter for people to access clean water?
Mari Copeny
True or False. People who live in food deserts often have to take long bus rides or car rides to get to a grocery store.
TRUE.
What is one thing you can do at home to prevent food waste?
Eat leftovers
What is the nickname for the community fridge near Wade Thomas?
THE FREEDGE!!!!
What does diversity mean?
Differences in both hidden and visible ways.
Which changemaker had a vision of regrowing forests and planting trees?
Felix Finkbeiner
San Francisco
Who wastes more, restaurants or farmers?
Restaurants
How many days is St. Vincents closed each year?
Zero
What does food insecurity mean?
A condition where you have uncertain access to food.
Finish Vivienne's quote: "Turn compassion into ______________"
action
How is a community garden a solution in a food desert?
People work together to grow their own healthy food in their neighborhood.
Why does composting help with food waste?
It keeps it out of the landfill!
What does St. Vincents do?
Serves breakfast and lunch daily and gives out to go bagged food.
What is one way you can advocate for someone or something?
Use your voice in various ways - give a speech, a presentation, write a letter, make a poster!