Brightspeed Takes Action to Combat Food Insecurity With Community Blessing Boxes in North Carolina

Brightspeed's Commitment to Community Support

In a proactive effort to tackle food insecurity affecting numerous families in rural North Carolina, Brightspeed has announced its investment in 11 Blessing Boxes. These grassroots, community-driven initiatives aim to provide essential food and supplies to those in need. Brightspeed partnered with a local organization based in Goldsboro, showcasing the company's commitment to uplifting communities.

According to Brandi Matthews, the owner of The Blessings Box, the initiative is powered by the spirit of community. “Our Blessing Boxes are fueled by the support of volunteers, generous neighbors, and dedicated partners like Brightspeed,” she explained. Matthews metaphorically described the impact of the Blessing Boxes, likening it to tossing a stone into a river and witnessing its ripples expand outward, touching lives far beyond the initial splash.

This partnership resonates with Brightspeed’s core mission — enhancing access and equity within underserved populations. Just as the Blessing Boxes aim to mitigate barriers by offering a judgment-free environment for families to access food and essentials, Brightspeed works tirelessly to expand high-speed internet access in rural areas.

Brightspeed has already installed two of the Blessing Boxes in Clayton's Main Street Garden and Cooper Academy. However, there is a call to action for community support to successfully place all remaining boxes in additional areas where they are needed most. Residents eager to lend a hand can reach out via the organization's social media platforms to get involved voluntary.

Sabrina Anderson, local marketing manager at Brightspeed, expressed pride in this initiative, emphasizing that supporting the community is one of their top priorities. “By investing in Blessing Boxes, we are actively addressing real, local needs,” Anderson stated. This type of initiative underscores the idea of neighbors helping neighbors, fostering a greater sense of community.

Brightspeed operates under the philosophy that all communities deserve vibrant and resourceful environments. By investing in long-lasting resources like community pantries and broadband connectivity, their efforts are designed to enrich communities and create genuine opportunities beyond single initiatives or locations.

The company’s headquarters are based in Charlotte, North Carolina, where they manage extensive broadband and telecommunications services across 20 states. This reach encompasses over 7.3 million homes and businesses, with nearly 4,000 employees striving for a future where connectivity is a fundamental part of every community experience.

For further information about Brightspeed and its commitment to building connected communities, visit their official website at www.brightspeed.com. Their involvement with the Blessing Boxes is just one of the many steps they’re taking to ensure that no community member is left behind in both access to food and technology.