THE LUNCHBOX | QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER | FALL 2024

CRAIG & LINN DEE STEIN VISION CENTER

GRAND OPENING

A beige building with a sign that reads 'Clark County Food Bank' on the front. The building is in a parking lot with empty spaces and some small landscaped areas with trees, bushes, and rocks in the foreground. The sky is partly cloudy with patches of blue.
Empty warehouse with high ceiling, metal shelving units stocked with boxed goods, a forklift, and storage containers.
A woman wearing a yellow safety vest and black shoes stands inside a grocery store or supermarket, smiling and with arms outstretched, in front of a shopping cart filled with canned goods and snacks. The store has ample lighting, large windows, and displays of products.
A classroom or conference room filled with people seated at tables, attending a presentation. There is a large projector screen displaying a slide titled 'Understanding the Fundamentals of AI: From Basics to Practical Applications,' with a speaker standing near the screen. The room has large windows, ceiling lights, and a ceiling-mounted projector.

We are thrilled to announce that after months of hard work and dedication, construction on our new building has finally come to a close! This milestone marks not just the completion of a new building, but a place where hope is shared, community bonds are strengthened, and the spirit of generosity thrives.

With its doors now open, the Craig & Linn Dee Stein Vision Center (our new west campus) stands ready to serve as a flexible space. Community Kitchen—Walnut Grove has officially re-opened its doors in the new location, offering healthy food resources to those in need. Our commitment to alleviating hunger and its root causes is more important than ever, and this new space allows us to expand our reach and enhance our programs.

But the Stein Vision Center is more than just a food pantry. Recently, we hosted a workshop: AI Training for Non-Profits. This event brought together local organizations for learning and discussion, while offering insight into innovative tools and knowledge to better serve our community. We believe that empowering our partners through education is a crucial step in addressing the complex issues surrounding hunger.

It has been a long road to get to this moment, filled with challenges and triumphs. As we stand in the new space, we are filled with gratitude for everyone who supported us along the way—our volunteers, donors, and community members who believe in our mission.

We are excited to see how the Craig & Linn Dee Stein Vision Center will continue to grow and evolve, providing not just food but also hope, resources, and opportunities for everyone in Clark County. Together, we can make a lasting impact in the fight against hunger.