For nearly a decade, our Thanksgiving Feast for the Homeless at the Georgetown Ministry Center (GMC) has been one of NEST4US’s most cherished traditions—a day where gratitude transforms into action, and service becomes solidarity. What began as a small community meal has grown into a collective movement of compassion, grounded in the belief that every […]
I’m grateful for the opportunity to attend the 1st Annual Food and Agriculture Policy Summit hosted by Food Tank, George Washington University’s Global Food Institute, and the Culinary Institute of America—a critical convening at a pivotal moment for American food systems. I left the summit feeling both inspired and frustrated—because we KNOW what needs to […]
📊 Did You Know? At NEST4US, we have always believed that education goes beyond textbooks. It is about sparking curiosity, nurturing creativity, and encouraging critical thinking. As I reflected on the day, a recurring thought flashed through my mind: passion for learning knows no boundaries. What children need most is the chance to be seen, […]
We live in a world where there’s more than enough food to feed everyone—1.5 times the amount needed, in fact. Yet, over 1.3 billion tons, or a third of all food produced, is wasted annually. This waste fuels more than half of food system emissions and approximately 8% of total global greenhouse gases. So that […]
📊 Did You Know? It was truly an honor to take part in the 67th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67), an experience that opened my eyes to the profound intersection between two equally pressing global challenges—climate change and gender equality. Walking into each session, I could feel the buzzing energy of collaboration and […]
📊 Did You Know? In 2020, we were honored to receive the George H.W. Bush Points of Light Award, the highest honor presented by Points of Light. This award honors individuals who have demonstrated the transformative power of service to drive significant and sustained impact in their communities and beyond. For us, this recognition is […]
📊 Did You Know? These statistics highlight a growing epidemic, one that urgently calls for innovative solutions in how we think about school nutrition, food systems reform, and their role in advancing progress on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly SDG 2: Zero Hunger. In October 2023, we had the privilege of representing NEST4US […]
When we first started NEST4US, we never imagined how far a simple idea could grow. What began as a small project rooted in kindness has since blossomed into a global movement powered by youth and community members who believe in the power of service. As founders, our journey has been shaped by countless moments of […]
