Episode 11 has Mayor Markley learning all about Food Backpacks 4 Kids, a local organization working to provide the nutritional needs of children and families when other resources aren't available. Board President Jennifer Sievers and Director of Communications Michelle Johnson chat with the mayor about the much-needed programs and services they provide to local residents, including the summer lunch program, Lunch in the Park! They also dive into some sobering data from their 2022-23 outreach efforts and explain how their organization directly impacts the City of Gig Harbor. Check out their website below to learn more about the services they offer and how you can get involved.

The mayor also welcomes Windy Payne, owner of For the Love of Spice. This local treasure carries 70+ spice blends, olive oil sourced from Spain, and barrel-aged vinegar from Italy. Have dietary restrictions? Get a custom-made spice blend that fits all your needs. Stop by, check out their selection of products, and enrich your senses!

Special Guest:

Food Backpacks 4 Kids

9127 154th Ave Ct NW

(253) 857-7401

www.foodbackpacks4kids.org

List of Programs: www.foodbackpacks4kids.org/programs

Donate: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E55ETZ8FFVFLJ

How to Help: www.foodbackpacks4kids.org/how-to-help

Facebook: www.facebook.com/foodbackpacks4kids

Instagram: www.instagram.com/foodbackpacks4kids

Local Business Spotlight:

For the Love of Spice

3122 Harborview Drive

(253) 858-0272

www.loveofspice.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/loveofspices

Email: windy.p@gmail.com

For more information on what's happening in Gig Harbor visit us at:

Cityofgigharbor.net

Visitgigharborwa.gov

Facebook.com/cityofgigharbor

*This episode was recorded on July 17, 2023