2022 Annual Report

I’m excited to bring you greetings as the new Executive Director of MidShore Meals til Monday. A native of Dorchester County, as with most youth, I couldn’t wait to leave when I graduated, which I did. However, as I matured, I realized Dorchester County wasn’t so bad, so I moved back to raise my daughter, and to give back to the community that nurtured me. Over the years, I have witnessed the food insecurity of many residents in Dorchester County and saw how it affected families. I knew this was an issue I wanted to help address. During the COVID -19 pandemic, I lost my job, which afforded me the opportunity to learn about, and volunteer with Meals til Monday. I volunteered for several months and quickly realized Meals til Monday was a perfect fit for me. I fell in love with the mission, the commitment of the volunteers and donors, and the vision of the founder, Leslie Bishop. When presented with the opportunity to become the first full-time paid Executive Director, I was indeed honored. It is a privilege to continue the great work of the organization while taking on the challenge of growing and moving Meals til Monday forward. We will continue to address “hungry” among children and families by providing food to our neighbors in need, and working with community partners, to focus on “hunger” in our community. Thank you to all who have supported this great organization and for supporting me over the past few months. I look forward to working with you to ensure that everyone in need has “Meals til Monday.”

Pamela R . Allen