Hunger Hero: Susan P. Johnson

This year Cypress College photography students generously gave their time and talents to help tell the story of the people we serve and our agency partners. The photos featured in the gallery below were taken by the amazing Susan P. Johnson at Evergreen Baptist Church during one of our Mobile Food Pantry distributions. Here is her statement:

My desire is to have current and potential donors/clients visually experience the benefits that the L.A. Food Bank facilitates. By showing interactions during food distributions, we can see genuine connections forming among volunteers and clients in local communities. The photos represent an atmosphere of genuine welcome and comfort for current and future clients by capturing the supportive environment created by all involved. The myriad of faces and family dynamics reflect the diversity of the L.A. Food Bank community conveying gratitude and compassion.

Three women cheerfully pose with bags of oranges in a food distribution setting. They stand before a truck filled with cardboard boxes and a sign reading "Feeding L.A. For 40 Years," proudly supporting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank's mission to nourish the community.

Stacks of corn tortillas wrapped in clear plastic bags are piled up together, resembling the organized efforts at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. The stacks are uniform and tied with green twist ties, creating a repetitive pattern of round shapes.

A woman in a hoodie beams near a table stacked with wrapped tortillas, reminiscent of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank's outreach. The background showcases people and Tudor-style architecture, all captured in a warm sepia tone.

A black and white image captures the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank truck at an outdoor event. People line up to receive food donations as dedicated volunteers assist with distributing groceries, including fresh produce and canned goods, all under a protective awning.

At the bustling market, people are browsing and purchasing produce, with bags of apples prominently displayed in the foreground—supporting initiatives akin to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank's mission to nourish communities.

Plastic bags filled with oranges are stacked in rows inside large cardboard boxes at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. The scene appears to be a bustling market or storage area, with sunlight casting shadows on the ground.

A black and white image captures a Los Angeles Regional Food Bank truck alongside a dedicated worker amidst stacks of packaged food and bottled drinks. Emblazoned with "Fighting Hunger. Giving Hope.", the scene highlights their vital mission in providing nourishment to those in need.

An older woman smiles warmly at the camera, wearing a vibrant purple outfit with a matching headscarf and accessorized with colorful bracelets. She stands outdoors near the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, holding pink sunglasses and leaning casually on a walker.

Two people are sorting items into a bag at an outdoor food bank. One person is wearing a black jacket, and the other is in a white T-shirt and purple gloves. A truck displaying "Fighting Hunger" from the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is in the background.

A man and a woman are at an outdoor food distribution event hosted by the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, placing items into a cart. A sign in the background reads "Fighting Hunger. Giving Hope." Shelves filled with canned goods are visible.

Two elderly individuals are standing at an outdoor table filled with bags of apples, representing the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank's efforts. One smiles at the camera while the other faces away. They’re surrounded by cardboard boxes, and a sign about parking restrictions is visible in the background.

A person smiling and giving a peace sign while carrying multiple shopping bags from the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. They are wearing glasses, a white shirt, and gloves, strolling down a street with a van and buildings in the background.

A man in sunglasses and casual attire smiles while standing in front of a Los Angeles Regional Food Bank distribution table. He is holding a reusable bag and pulling a cart filled with groceries. People are sorting items in the background. Black and white image.

A man in a cap stands with a cane and rolling suitcase at an outdoor market, reminiscent of the lively scenes near the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. He sports sunglasses and headphones. Behind him, a woman in a striped shirt carries shopping bags as a suited man strolls past tables filled with items.

A woman and two children smile while standing beside a cart filled with groceries outdoors. The background shows other people and a building with a partially visible sign for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, conveying a warm sense of community and support.

Thank you Susan for these wonderful photos!

Hunger Hero: Susan P. Johnson

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