Created policy regarding the commerce department to create a green economy for North Carolina. Attended listening sessions with government officials and learned how the government operates.

Determined what dates I would be running the food drive along with when I would collect the items. This would allow donors to have enough time to collect their donations and simultaneously donate them with others on the dates I listed I would go around and pick them up.

I publicized this drive by passing flyers all around my neighborhood to raise awareness and ask for donations. I also posted along with my parents on social media promoting the food drive.

I collected all the donations from my drive. The total will amount to around 100 pounds of food being donated to the food pantry. Below I have attached a photo of some of the donations.

After donating the food items I felt a huge sense of relief. I was so proud to see that my work helped to put a meal on those in need. I feel especially proud knowing that these are students who are working towards supporting their future. I believe that students should not have to worry about where their next meal is coming from so being able to help alleviate that stress makes me feel very happy. I can tell I impacted the food pantry because I helped supply food items that they were low on. I look forward to continuing my help with the food pantry and supporting it in any way I can!