CORA is a nonprofit organization that serves local residents facing food insecurity. Their ultimate goal at CORA is to build a community without hunger by collecting and purchasing healthy food for distribution through their food pantry, related programs, and network of local partners. CORA is a place of hope, compassion, and dignity for many in our community, where there is always an empathetic ear, supportive smile, and nutritious food to help meet their needs. To learn more, please visit their website at www.corafoodpantry.org.

CORA envisions a community without hunger.

Values:

We embrace a culture where all individuals are treated with respect and equity, and we are committed to safeguarding their dignity and self-esteem by continuously taking actions that demonstrate genuine care, concern, and support.  We operate by following strong ethical and moral standards to ensure that CORA’s mission is achieved with fairness, compassion, and effectiveness.

Compassion & Respect – recognizing each community member’s innate dignity

Collaboration & Cooperation – engaging a network of community members, organizations, and partners

Diversity & Multiculturalism – recognizing the diverse cultural and individual needs in our community

Education & Prevention – working to understand, prevent, and eradicate the causes of hunger

Stewardship & Sustainability – being responsible stewards of all of our resources