Episode 7 - Feeding Southwest Virginia - Food insecurity in Appalachia and the role of crypto philanthropy

In this episode, we are so excited to be joined by Joe Kessler from Feeding Southwest Virginia. We discuss how their amazing organization is fighting hunger in Southwest Virginia, how they are adapting to the changing food security context in Appalachia, and the opportunities that come with crypto philanthropy and how it can help them combat hunger.

About Joe and Feeding Southwest Virginia:

Joe Kessler is Director of Corporate Relations at Feeding Southwest Virginia, which is the food bank member affiliate of Feeding America, tasked with serving as the charitable food distribution hub to 26 counties and nine cities in the Appalachian region of Southwest Virginia.  Feeding Southwest Virginia works with over 380 partner organizations around the region to feed over 100,000 individuals every month in some of the poorest communities in the Virginia Commonwealth.

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Visit their website: https://www.feedingswva.org/

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Donate Crypto at: https://www.feedingswva.org/donate-cryptocurrency/

Episode Time Stamps

0:23 - Introduction

1:27 - What was your "ah hah" moment that got you interested in cryptocurrency?

4:22 - Tell us about Feeding Southwest Virginia and your core programs and services

8:01 - It is no secret that Appalachia has faced unique challenges in recent decades related to historical economic, labor, and health factors. Can you tell us more about this, and how this has impacted the services you offer?

12:24  - Please share with us some of the impacts your organization has had through its services.

20:00 - Why did your organization decide to start accepting cryptocurrency donations?

24:24 - What has been your experience with cryptocurrency fundraising thus far?

28:35 - Beyond accepting donations, what other ways do you see cryptocurrency, blockchain, and web3 being of benefit to your organization in the future?

31:30 - If you had the opportunity to share one thing with any non-profit partner hesitant to engage with cryptocurrency, what would it be?

33:57 - What's the best way for listeners to learn more or support Feeding Southwest Virginia?

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