neighbors
A network in Western New York is helping residents overcome barriers to connect to resources
By Jim McKeever
Photos by Michelle Gabel
A food security initiative in Austin is feeding the city’s most vulnerable and keeping restaurants open.
By Katie Friel and Kelly West
Photos by Kelly West
Using her skills as a trapeze artist, Erin Carey became a wildland firefighter to give back to her community.
By Nic Coury
Rebuilding his life after addiction and homelessness, Richard Barber turns to service for his neighbors.
By Cecily Sailer
The East Oakland Collective activates its city-wide network to support at-risk and underserved communities through the pandemic.
By Martin do Nascimento and Cecily Sailer
Oakland at Risk matches high-risk residents with neighbors who are ready to offer support.
By Martin do Nascimento and Austin Price
Mutual aid organizations are forming across the country to fill in the gaps for their communities affected by COVID-19
By Kelly West
Groups addressing food insecurity are scrambling to stock clients’ pantries with food during a sudden pandemic.
By the Stories Team
One small Austin food pantry is on a mighty mission to end food insecurity and waste.
By Kelly West and Katie Friel