Category Archives: NMEP Monthly Newsletter

Benjamin is a 12 year old entrepreneur. Recently, he took his passion for farming and expanded his entrepreneurial pursuits. When his tomato plants didn’t make it, he decided to try growing something else. With the help of Sun Valley Gardens, Benjamin started to grow melons and Thai Basil for the farmers market. On a search…

Juana has a vibrant personality and a great sense of humor. She loves to grow things. She and her husband Luis have live in the Pixan Ixim Community of Omaha. Fresh produce is scarce in Juana’s neighborhood. She was interested in growing her own food but didn’t have the best space with available water and good soil…

Easton Galindo started Lean MEals as a way to encourage people to eat healthy by providing them with nutritious, flavorful and convenient packaged meals. As her customer base grew outside of just family and friends, she needed a way to expand her business. Easton started renting out the commercial kitchens at No More Empty Pots…

Each week, volunteers from throughout the community bring their time, talents and passion for people into the NMEP Food Hub to help prepare, cook and package meals for the Community Harvest and Feeding Our Neighbors Food Programs. Katie, Cole’s mother, had been volunteering for a few weeks and decided to bring her son Cole along….

Prepared Meals and fresh produce to keep you happy and healthy! Barley Risotto with Slow Cooked Greens and Lemon Tahini Sauce…how does that sound? Sounds delicious and nutritious right? This is just one example of many plant-based convenience meals you can receive weekly through Community Harvest, a prepared meals program. Prefer to make meals yourself?…

Over the last month, No More Empty Pots has partnered with community organizations and connected with individuals and families to support food security needs during the COVID-19 pandemic with the Community Harvest Feeding Our Neighbors Program. Each week, we check in with local producers to see what’s in season and in stock. When the fresh…

A Word from No More Empty Pots Founder and CEO, Nancy Williams I hope that this message finds you well, healthy and safe. We recognize that we are in the midst of a lot of change and uncertainty. With change and uncertainty there is also great opportunity. Since March 13, NMEP staff has been working…

When you build and support local businesses, communities are strengthened. Jobs are created, and local dollars grow as they move through our businesses and stores. The No More Empty Pots Food Incubator Membership provides entrepreneurs with workshops, mentorship, networking and growth opportunities. Launching a business can be difficult. Food Entrepreneur Manager Britney Gibilisco says, “The…

Since 2015 you have shared your opinions, aspirations, dreams, goals, disappointments, losses and laughter with friends, family, co-workers and neighbors in the café. We’ve bonded over a love for local foods, great coffee and wonderful people. On February 16, 2020 Cups Café at Little Italy will be permanently closing its doors. Our lease is ending…

If you’re in Florence on a Monday night, you may see the neon open sign flashing like a beacon at Cups Café at Florence. Inside, you’ll find your neighbors gathering with friends and family at Pay What You Can Happy Hour (PWYCHH). From 4pm to 8pm on Monday Nights, Cups Café and No More Empty…