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A heart to heart conversation with Sudha Acharya and Sarina Jain

A heart to heart conversation with Sudha Acharya and Sarina Jain

Event September 30, 2021
Watch Sarina Jain, founder of Masala Bhangra as she talks with Sudha Acharya, founder of SACSS about her journey of coming to America and wanting to help her community.
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Senior Meet and Greet

Senior Meet and Greet

Event, Senior Services September 28, 2021
On September 28 SACSS hosted a meet and greet for our seniors for the first time after the pandemic. Seniors meet new people and participate in activities.
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#FoodYouWant Goal Reached!

#FoodYouWant Goal Reached!

Food Security September 23, 2021
Thank you to everyone who helped us reach and surpass our $7000 goal for #FoodYouWant. Your generosity resulted in almost $11,000 to expand our food pantry service!
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Power Woman of Queens Awarded to Sudha Acharya

Power Woman of Queens Awarded to Sudha Acharya

Event, News September 19, 2021
Big congratulations to Executive Director Sudha Acharya on being recognized with a Power Women of Queens award for her outstanding work in our community over the last few decades.
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Surbhi Sahni Chickpea Salad Recipe

Surbhi Sahni Chickpea Salad Recipe

Food Security September 16, 2021
Wondering what to cook? We got you! Here’s fresh off the plate, Chef Surbhi Sahni ‘s Chickpea Salad with Pickled Onions – made with love using SACSS’s food pantry ingredients!
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Watch Chef Surbhi Sahni Cooking Chickpea Salad

Watch Chef Surbhi Sahni Cooking Chickpea Salad

Event, Food Security September 16, 2021
Catch Chef Surbhi Sahni cooking up a dish just for SACSS! This chickpea salad highlights ingredients from the grocery bags we distribute every week at our food pantry!
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Announcing #FoodYouWant

Announcing #FoodYouWant

Event, Food Security September 14, 2021
On Thursday, 9/16, 12 PM, chef Surbhi Sahni, founder of Tagmo Treats, will make #FoodYouWant using SACSS food pantry ingredients! Join us to see what Chef Surbhi cooks up!
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SACSS New Building Inauguration

SACSS New Building Inauguration

Event, News September 7, 2021
On August 12, 2021 SACSS hosted a ribbon cutting event for its new community center. Elected officials, community leaders and board members spoke at the inauguration.
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Our Impact in July and August

Our Impact in July and August

Civic Engagement, COVID-19, Food Security, Healthcare, Senior Services September 1, 2021
Here is a quick snapshot of our impact in July and August. We are grateful to be able to serve our community, with the food pantry, healthcare access, Covid19 related
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Adnan Durrani
Adnan Durrani is the founder and CEO of Saffron Road, the #1 Better-For-You ethnic entrée brand, leading a culinary revolution in ethical consumerism by honoring cultural integrity, respecting traditional recipes, and authentic cooking methods of Indian/Asian foods. He is a serial food entrepreneur, and was previously partner and principal shareholder in Stonyfield Farms, Inc.
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