In 2023, Dale retired as Founder and Executive Director of Serving Our Kids and entrusted me with carrying his vision forward. It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to continue growing the mission he began.
Today, because of the unwavering support of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, community partners, and Board of Directors, Serving Our Kids continues to fulfill that vision. I am incredibly proud to share that this school year we will provide more than 6,000 weekend meal bags each week to children experiencing food insecurity throughout Southern Nevada.
This milestone belongs to every person who has believed in our mission. Thank you to every volunteer, donor, sponsor, community partner, and board member whose generosity, compassion, and dedication have made this achievement possible. Together, we are changing lives, one weekend meal bag at a time.
As I prepare to retire from my role as Volunteer CEO later this year, I find myself reflecting on the incredible people who have made this journey so meaningful. It has truly been a privilege to serve alongside so many compassionate individuals who share one common goal: ensuring no child goes hungry.
Your generosity, encouragement, partnership, and friendship have meant more to me than words can express. Together, we have made a lasting difference in the lives of thousands of children, and I have every confidence that the future of Serving Our Kids has never been brighter.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in our mission and for allowing me to be part of this extraordinary journey.
With sincere gratitude,
Laurie Tanakaya
Volunteer CEO
Serving Our Kids Foundation