Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search (OFS) is a hunger relief organization that provides free food, nutrition education, and innovative programs proven to reduce food insecurity. With a strategic focus aimed at ending childhood hunger, OFS empowers families and increases access to healthy and affordable food. The agency provides food and services to 200,000 individuals on a monthly basis – one-third of whom are children – through a network of 330 community partners in 42 Missouri and Illinois counties. Kristen Wild, President & CEO of Operation Food Search discussed the strategies for meeting the immediate needs, building nutrition IQ, and championing change for those who are in need.[00:00] Opening[01:15] Return to Civility[02:01] Interview with Kristen WildFood pantry vs FoodbankHistory of Operation Food SearchDistribution of FoodExpired foodFood insecurity3 Food Pillars[25:42] Information on Saint Louis In Tune[27:05] Dred Scott Heritage Foundation Stamp Petition[28:37] Follow-up thoughts on Operation Foodsearch[32:15] Word of the Day - Oneirology[34:42] Patriotism versus Nationalism[48:26] HumorThis is Season 6! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#operationfoodsearch #foodinsecurity #patriotism #foodbank #foodpantry

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