Introducing Laura van tienhoven
Board Member Spotlight!
Meet Laura, the newest addition to our small but mighty board of directors.
Have you met Laura van Tienhoven, our newest board member? Laura joined the Second Chance Foods board this past April and has been a fantastic addition to our small but mighty board of directors. As a board member, Laura is eager to ensure Second Chance Foods grows while staying true to our mission of providing fresh groceries and preparing delicious meals for generations to come. She’s also excited to help harness the incredible ideas shared in meetings and work on our strategic planning committee to see how much more we can accomplish as an organization for years.
“I have enjoyed every moment being on the Board and working alongside such a dedicated and impressive group. I am energized after each meeting thinking about the various ways we could broaden our mission and expand the community we serve.” - Laura.
You may have seen Laura working one of our community outreach booths, met her at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, or most recently at our Harvest Celebration, where she served on the event committee. But if you haven’t had the opportunity, we hope you take the time to read all about Laura and her work with Second Chance Foods.
Working to reduce waste at home and in the community.
Laura was raised in a household that didn’t waste anything— outgrown clothing, costumes, toys, bikes, books, etc always got passed down or donated; ripe produce was always cooked or frozen and leftovers were saved and re-served.
"I run my household the same way with my own children because avoiding waste just makes sense. One-third of the world’s food supply being wasted when we have so many in need, the contrast does not make sense."- Laura.
Laura first found out about Second Chance Foods when looking for a local hunger relief nonprofit to volunteer with. She was so impressed by our dedication to redirecting local surplus produce and transforming it into delicious and nutritious meals ready to eat…week after week. After one morning of volunteering in the kitchen, she was sold on our work and knew she wanted to stay involved.
Taking an active role in the community.
Laura has volunteered in her community for years through her local church, school, and village improvement committees. Her dedication to supporting nearby families in need, particularly those focused on improving the wellness and education of youth, is a passion and perspective she brings to Second Chance Foods.
Laura’s past professional background in digital marketing and research is a valuable asset to our board as we begin strategic planning and so much more. Her curiosity and excitement have made her a pleasure to work with, and we’re grateful she decided to volunteer with Second Chance Foods!