Author Archives: sglong14

This weekend, I had the privilege of visiting Columbus’ esteemed Park of Roses. While visiting, I got to learn a bit of history about one of the city’s most celebrated landmarks. The Park of Roses, previously known as Whetstone Park, … Continue reading →

This past week at the food pantry was probably my busiest yet! We had one day of in-pantry demos where clients could learn more about battling hypertension on a pantry diet, a farm market with additional demos on diversifying eating … Continue reading →

Although blogging about our experiences over the summer is a mandatory component of the Columbus Foundation Fellows program, reading the blogs of the other fellows technically is not. However, I suspect that all of us have happily done so anyway. … Continue reading →

“I feel like we’ve created a culture of helplessness.” This remark came from a person who works at a non-profit organization largely supported by volunteers from low-income communities.  The person meant this as both a joke and a reflection of … Continue reading →

It’s official! We’re more than half-way through our full but fleeting summer with the Columbus Foundation. However, I have very little time for nostalgia as there is still so much ahead!  One of the most exciting aspects of the non-profit … Continue reading →