Our New Home : 1818 San Marco
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1818 San Marco Project Update
This past week, significant progress was made on multiple fronts at the 1818 San Marco project. The electrician worked on pulling circuits and panel installations, ensuring steady progress in the facility’s electrical infrastructure. The framing of the flood panel storage and addition area was completed, along with the electrical wall rough-in for the new addition areas. Structural advancements continued with the completion of steel support brackets, while HVAC work moved forward with the inspection of branch line sealing. Additionally, the team conducted a survey of light pole locations, preparing for future exterior improvements.
Looking ahead, next week’s focus will include continued electrical panel and circuit work, along with critical inspections for framing, insulation, and electrical in the new areas. HVAC efforts will continue as crews insulate the branch lines in the main area, ensuring efficiency in the system. Other key tasks include waterproofing openings, beginning sprinkler rough-ins, and starting work on the fire line and storm drains. Each step brings us closer to transforming this space into a fully operational permanent home for Our Daily Bread Food Pantry, strengthening our ability to serve the community.
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Our capital campaign is more than just a construction project—it’s a transformative effort to secure a permanent home that will enhance our ability to serve Collier County with food, encouragement, and hope. This campaign represents our commitment to ensuring that those in need receive the support they deserve. It is a mission where every donation, every volunteer hour, and every effort contributes to creating a lasting impact in our community.
As Honorary Campaign Co-Chair Pat Kaufman puts it,
“We have a life motto best described by the Gospel of Luke 12:48 - ‘And from the one who has much, much more will be expected.’ So we look for ways to help, and this is a ministry where God is in the Center.”
Pat’s words remind us that our blessings come with a responsibility to give back and uplift those who are less fortunate.
Board Chair and Campaign Chair Allyson Richards further emphasizes this commitment:
“We are fortunate to live in this wonderful community. But you don’t have to look far to see there are real needs among many groups, including those working hard to make ends meet and those who are truly destitute. We serve all who come with dignity, respect, and love.”
Her message reinforces our promise to serve every individual with compassion and integrity, ensuring that our efforts benefit everyone, regardless of their circumstances.
Together, these perspectives form the backbone of our campaign—a plan with impact that honors our shared responsibility to support our community and build a brighter, hunger-free future.
Allyson Richards
Campaign Chair
Pat & Scot Kaufman
Honorary Chairs
Patrick Huey
Nancy Kot
Lisa Knutson
Evelyn Rossetti-Ryan, EdD
Executive Director
Sallie Williams, CFRE
Campaign Manager
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Did you know you can support Our Daily Bread Food Bank's Capital Campaign through an IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)? And it can be done ANY TIME during the year. So, don’t wait!
If you're 70½ or older, a QCD allows you to donate directly from your IRA to a qualified charity like
ours—without adding to your taxable income. It’s a win-win for you and our mission to fight hunger in our community.
Your generosity will help us secure a permanent home to fight food insecurity and create a brighter future for families in need.
Here’s how it works:
Contact your IRA custodian to arrange a direct contribution.
Specify Our Daily Bread Food Bank as the recipient.
Enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your gift creates a lasting legacy of hope and nourishment. You can even qualify for recognition depending on the size of your gift.
Every dollar brings us closer to a future where no one goes hungry.
For more information contact Evelyn Rossetti-Ryan here : evelyn@ourdailybreadfoodpantry.org
