DFOWW Incorporated

Challenge Question:

If your family could only grow ONE fruit, vegetable, herb, or spice at home, what would it be and why?

Comment your answer below.

Now compare your answer with some of the gardening and food sustainability concepts featured in the June 2026 edition of the DFOWW Incorporated Newsletter.

This month's newsletter includes:

• Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
• Food security and nutrition education resources
• Gardening and food sustainability education
• Community updates
• Juneteenth educational information
• Upcoming workshop announcements
• Partnership and volunteer opportunities

Read the full newsletter here:

Challenge Question:

If your family could only grow ONE fruit, vegetable, herb, or spice at home, what would it be and why?

Comment your answer below.

Now compare your answer with some of the gardening and food sustainability concepts featured in the June 2026 edition of the DFOWW Incorporated Newsletter.

This month's newsletter includes:

• Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
• Food security and nutrition education resources
• Gardening and food sustainability education
• Community updates
• Juneteenth educational information
• Upcoming workshop announcements
• Partnership and volunteer opportunities

Read the full newsletter here:
https://dfoww.org/2026/06/02/june-2026-newsletter/

Did You Know? Rising grocery prices are one of the many reasons learning to garden is becoming increasingly important.

Growing your own fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices can help families reduce grocery expenses, improve access to fresh and nutritious foods, and develop valuable long-term food sustainability skills.

Home gardening also allows families to take a more active role in their health and wellness while enjoying fresh produce right from their own backyard or patio.

Earlier today, DFOWW Incorporated (Daphany's Fabulous Objective Weekly Workshops), a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, proudly hosted supplemental food distributions through our community partners at Remedy In Atlanta and Growth Mindset Wellness P.C. in Stockbridge, Georgia.

Registration is now open for our upcoming Kids & Parents Gardening + Nutrition Workshop on June 27, 2026!

During this interactive workshop, families will learn: 🌱 Basic gardening techniques 🌱 How to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices 🌱 Container gardening for small spaces 🌱 Food sustainability concepts 🌱 Healthy eating and nutrition literacy

✅ All gardening materials and take-home supplies will be provided.
✅ A free catered lunch will be served to all registered attendees.

Space is limited, and advance registration is required.

Register today: https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop/

Education + Nutrition = Empowerment 💚

Earlier today, DFOWW Incorporated, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, proudly hosted supplemental food distributions through our valued community partners at Remedy in Atlanta and Growth Mindset Wellness PC in Stockbridge, Georgia.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our community partners, volunteers, and supporters who continue helping us serve families throughout Metro Atlanta.

At DFOWW Incorporated, supplemental food distributions are only one component of our broader Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP).
Unlike a traditional food pantry or food bank model, the Write-Right Nutrition Program is a structured nutrition literacy and wellness education initiative designed to combine:

• Nutrition literacy education
• Gardening and food sustainability education
• Healthy eating guidance
• Grocery budgeting strategies
• Nutrition label comprehension
• Long-term wellness and self-sufficiency education
• Supplemental food support opportunities
• Personal care items and essential supplies when available

Our mission extends beyond simply providing temporary food access. We believe:
Education + Nutrition = Empowerment
While emergency food assistance can help address immediate needs, education can help families develop practical skills that support healthier lifestyles, improved food sustainability, better food choices, and stronger long-term household wellness outcomes.

As part of this program model, supplemental food distributions are generally offered as a benefit of active participation in the Write-Right Nutrition Program. Individuals and families who enroll in and actively participate in our nutrition literacy workshops receive notifications regarding eligible program activities, resources, and supplemental food distribution opportunities connected to the program.

This approach allows us to connect short-term assistance with long-term education and practical life skills that may help families build greater self-sufficiency over time.

Current Participant Investment Structure
✅ Reduced Low-Income Participation Rates
• $25 — Single-parent or single-head-of-household families with children receiving SNAP or TANF benefits

• $40 — Two-parent households with children receiving SNAP or TANF benefits

✅ Standard Community Participation Rate
• $75 household investment fee for non-low-income households (includes up to two household adults and household children)

These participant investment fees help offset a portion of the costs associated with curriculum delivery, educational materials, gardening supplies, participant resources, insurance, transportation, facility expenses, staffing support, and catered meals.

Partnership Opportunities
Organizations interested in enrolling clients or program participants into DFOWW Incorporated workshops should anticipate either:

• Covering participant investment fees on behalf of their clients or program participants, or
• Coordinating collection and payment of applicable participant investment fees prior to services being delivered.

While donated meeting space, volunteers, and in-kind support are sincerely appreciated, operational and educational program expenses remain applicable and must be covered in order for services to be provided.

Organizations interested in establishing a formal partnership with DFOWW Incorporated may request a Partnership Packet and Partnership Agreement by emailing:

📧 [email protected]

🌱 Upcoming Kids & Parents Gardening + Nutrition Workshop 🌱

You do NOT need a backyard to grow food.
SNAP benefits not lasting through the month?
Tired of relying on inexpensive processed foods because grocery prices continue to rise?

Our upcoming workshop will teach families:

🌿 How to grow vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices at home
🌿 Container gardening for apartments and small spaces
🌿 Ways to stretch grocery dollars further
🌿 How growing food can help reduce grocery costs
🌿 Healthy eating and nutrition habits for the entire family

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids are encouraged to participate.

✅ Every registered family receives gardening materials to take home
✅ Free catered lunch provided by Olive Garden
✅ Hands-on family learning experience

Saturday, June 27, 2026
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center
10 College St NW, Norcross, GA 30071

Families who complete registration and actively participate in the Write-Right Nutrition Program may also become eligible for future supplemental food distributions and other program-related benefits associated with the program.

Registration is currently open:

https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop...

Space is limited and advance registration is required.

🍅 Did You Know? Botanically speaking, tomatoes are actually classified as a fruit because they develop from the fertilized o***y of a flower and contain seeds. However, from a culinary — and even legal — perspective, tomatoes are commonly treated as vegetables because of their savory flavor profile and how they are typically used in cooking.

Understanding nutrition, healthy foods, gardening, and food sustainability is one of the many educational topics incorporated into DFOWW Incorporated’s Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP). 🌱

Earlier today, DFOWW Incorporated proudly hosted a supplemental food distribution at Petco in the Edgewood Retail District.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Meredith and every volunteer who dedicated their time, compassion, and effort to helping support families within our community. ❤️

At DFOWW Incorporated, supplemental food distributions are only one component of our broader Write-Right Nutrition Program. Our primary focus is nutrition literacy education, wellness education, gardening education, and helping families develop practical long-term food sustainability skills.

Free food can be obtained from many traditional food banks and food pantries throughout the community. However, our organization’s mission goes beyond temporary food access. We believe individuals and families also deserve access to nutrition education, healthier lifestyle guidance, gardening knowledge, grocery budgeting strategies, and practical tools that may help support long-term wellness and self-sufficiency.

Unlike a traditional food pantry model, WRNP combines:

🥕 Nutrition literacy education
🌿 Gardening and food sustainability education
🛒 Grocery budgeting strategies
🏷️ Nutrition label comprehension
🍎 Healthy eating guidance
📦 Supplemental food assistance
❤️ Wellness and self-sufficiency support

Our mission is simple:

Education + Nutrition = Empowerment.

As part of this educational program structure, supplemental food distributions are generally reserved for actively participating workshop attendees and registered program participants.

🌱 Registration is currently open for our upcoming:

Kids & Parents Gardening + Nutrition Workshop

Families will learn:
• How to grow vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices
• Container gardening for apartments and small spaces
• Healthy eating and nutrition literacy
• Practical ways to stretch grocery budgets and SNAP benefits further
• Food sustainability and long-term wellness skills

✅ Gardening materials included
✅ Hands-on family instruction
✅ Free catered lunch during the workshop
✅ Eligibility for certain supplemental food assistance activities connected to active WRNP participation

To help sustain program operations, gardening supplies, educational materials, transportation expenses, staffing support, participant resources, insurance costs, and catered meals, the program includes structured participant investment fees.

Current participation structure includes:

✅ Reduced Low-Income Participation Rates
• $25 — Single-parent or single-head-of-household families with children receiving SNAP or TANF benefits

• $40 — Two-parent households with children receiving SNAP or TANF benefits

✅ Standard Community Participation Rate
• $75 household investment fee for non-low-income households, which includes up to two household adults

👧🧒 All children residing within the household may participate free of charge when accompanied by a registered participating parent or guardian.

Organizations interested in establishing official partnerships with DFOWW Incorporated may request a Partnership Packet by emailing:

📧 [email protected]

🌿 Space is limited and advance registration is required.

Register today:
https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop.../

Earlier today, DFOWW Incorporated, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, proudly hosted a supplemental food distribution at the facility of our valued community partner, Growth Mindset Wellness PC, in Stockbridge, Georgia.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Mrs. Tiffany Bates, NP, and every volunteer who dedicated their time, effort, and compassion to helping support families within our community. ❤️

At DFOWW Incorporated, supplemental food distributions are only one component of our broader Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP).

Unlike a traditional food pantry or food bank model, the Write-Right Nutrition Program is a structured nutrition literacy and wellness education initiative designed to combine:
• Supplemental food assistance
• Personal care items and essential supplies
• Nutrition literacy education
• Gardening and food sustainability education
• Healthy eating guidance
• Grocery budgeting strategies
• Nutrition label comprehension
• Long-term wellness and self-sufficiency education

Our mission extends beyond simply providing temporary food access. We believe:

Education + Nutrition = Empowerment.

While emergency food assistance helps address immediate needs, our workshops are designed to help individuals and families develop practical skills and knowledge that may support healthier lifestyles, improved food sustainability, and better long-term household wellness outcomes.

As part of this educational program structure, supplemental food distributions are generally reserved for actively participating workshop attendees and registered program participants.

To help sustain program operations, educational materials, gardening supplies, facility costs, staffing support, participant resources, insurance expenses, and catered meals, the program includes structured participant investment fees.

Current workshop participation structure includes:

✅ Reduced Low-Income Participation Rates
• $25 — Single-parent or single-head-of-household families with children receiving SNAP or TANF benefits
• $40 — Two-parent households with children receiving SNAP or TANF benefits

✅ Standard Community Participation Rate
• $75 household investment fee for non-low-income households, which includes up to two household adults and household children

These participant investment fees help offset the substantial operational and educational costs associated with delivering structured community programming.

Organizations interested in establishing official partnerships with DFOWW Incorporated may request a Partnership Packet by emailing:

📧 [email protected]

Please note:
Organizations seeking to enroll clients or program participants into DFOWW Incorporated workshops should anticipate either:

• covering participant workshop investment fees on behalf of their clients, or

• coordinating collection of the applicable reduced low-income participant fees payable to DFOWW Incorporated prior to service delivery.

While donated meeting space and in-kind support are sincerely appreciated, operational program expenses associated with curriculum delivery, staffing, supplies, meals, transportation, insurance, and educational materials remain applicable and must be covered for services to be provided.

This educational approach is one of the many things that makes DFOWW Incorporated’s Write-Right Nutrition Program unique. We are not simply distributing food — we are working to empower individuals and families through nutrition literacy, wellness education, and practical life skills designed to promote long-term community health and sustainability.

Families who complete registration for our upcoming Kids & Parents Gardening + Nutrition Workshop Saturday June 27, 2026, may also become eligible to participate in upcoming supplemental food distributions connected to the program.

🌱 Registration is currently open for our upcoming workshop:

https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop.../

Space is limited and advance registration is required.

Earlier today, DFOWW Incorporated, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, coordinated a community food distribution at Petco in the Edgewood Retail District.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Meredith and every volunteer who dedicated their time and effort to helping support families within our community. ❤️

📸 Please take a moment to look through some of the photos from today’s distribution and see the impact firsthand.

In Georgia, more than 1.6 million people experience food insecurity, including hundreds of thousands of children. Organizations such as Feeding America, Feeding Georgia, and the Atlanta Community Food Bank serve as critical safety nets by helping provide millions of meals and resources to communities in need each year. Their work is essential and deeply appreciated.

At DFOWW Incorporated, we complement those efforts through our Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP), which combines supplemental food assistance, personal care items, and essential supplies with structured nutrition literacy education workshops.

DFOWW Incorporated’s Write-Right Nutrition Program complements traditional food assistance efforts by pairing supplemental food support with nutrition literacy education designed to promote long-term wellness and self-sufficiency.

Our mission goes beyond simply providing food access. We believe education + nutrition = empowerment.

While emergency food assistance helps address immediate needs, our workshops are designed to help individuals and families build long-term wellness, food sustainability knowledge, healthier eating habits, budgeting skills, nutrition label comprehension, gardening education, and practical strategies for stretching limited grocery resources further.

Our program focuses on helping participants not only access food today, but also gain knowledge and tools that may help support healthier and more sustainable choices for the future.

This educational approach is one of the things that makes DFOWW Incorporated’s Write-Right Nutrition Program unique. We are not simply operating as a traditional food pantry model — we are a nutrition literacy and wellness education program that incorporates supplemental food support as part of a broader mission to empower communities through education.

To learn more about our programs, upcoming workshops, and community initiatives, please visit:

dfoww.org

🌱 FOOD DISTRIBUTION + GARDENING

WORKSHOP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN 🌱

This past Thursday, May 14, 2026, DFOWW Incorporated was grateful to host another supplemental food distribution for Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP) participants at Growth Mindset Wellness PC. ❤️

📸 Check out the photos below from Thursday’s distribution.

Many people ask us:

“Why does DFOWW connect workshops with food distributions?”

Because our mission is NOT just handing out food.

At DFOWW Incorporated, we believe: 📚 Education + Nutrition = Empowerment
Our Write-Right Nutrition Program helps families learn practical ways to: 🥦 Eat healthier 🌿 Grow food at home 💰 Reduce grocery expenses 🛒 Stretch SNAP benefits further 👨‍👩‍👧 Build healthier family habits together
Families who participate in our nutrition literacy and gardening workshops may also qualify for supplemental grocery support during select WRNP participant food distributions while supplies last.

That means families are not only receiving food… They are learning skills that can help support their households long-term.

🌱 UPCOMING KIDS & PARENTS GARDENING + NUTRITION WORKSHOP 🌱

Fresh groceries are expensive. Many families are struggling to make SNAP benefits last through the month.

This hands-on beginner-friendly workshop will teach families how to grow food in apartments, townhomes, small yards, patios, and limited spaces.

Families will learn: 🌿 Container gardening 🌿 Growing fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices 🌿 Healthy eating habits 🌿 Budget-friendly food strategies 🌿 Ways to reduce grocery costs naturally

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids are encouraged to participate.

✅ Gardening materials included ✅ Free catered Olive Garden lunch ✅ Hands-on family learning experience

📍 Saturday, June 27, 2026 🕥 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center 10 College St NW Norcross, GA 30071

⚠️ Seating and gardening materials are LIMITED. ⚠️ Registration is REQUIRED. ⚠️ No walk-ins.

Low-income families may qualify for reduced participation fees.

Families who complete workshop registration may also qualify for participation in future WRNP supplemental food distributions while supplies last.

📌 REGISTER TODAY at: https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop.../

If you believe families deserve BOTH education and healthy food support, please: ❤️ LIKE 💬 COMMENT 📤 SHARE this post to help us reach more families throughout Metro Atlanta.

You do NOT need a backyard to grow food. 🌱
SNAP benefits not lasting through the month?

🍜 Tired of relying on ramen noodles and processed foods because groceries are too expensive?
You are not alone.

Fresh fruits, vegetables, and healthy foods continue to rise in price, making it harder for many families to maintain healthy eating habits on a limited budget.

That’s why DFOWW Incorporated is hosting a hands-on Kids & Parents Gardening + Nutrition Workshop designed to help families learn practical ways to grow food at home, reduce grocery expenses, and build healthier eating habits together. 🌿🍅

This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for families living in apartments, small homes, or limited spaces.

Families will learn: 🌱 How to grow vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices
🌱 Container gardening for apartments and small spaces
🌱 Ways to stretch SNAP benefits further
🌱 How growing food can help reduce grocery costs
🌱 Healthy eating and nutrition habits for the entire family

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids are encouraged to participate!

✅ Every registered family receives gardening materials to take home
✅ Free catered lunch provided by Olive Garden
✅ Hands-on family learning experience
✅ Registered workshop participants may also become eligible for future supplemental food distributions and additional Write-Right Nutrition Program support opportunities

At DFOWW Incorporated, we believe: Education + Nutrition = Empowerment ❤️

📍 Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College St NW
Norcross, GA 30071

⚠️ Seating is limited and gardening materials are reserved for registered families only. Registration is required for lunch count and program participation.

Register today:
https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop.../

Please SHARE to help us reach families who may truly benefit from this program. 🌱

Food insecurity continues to impact families, seniors, and individuals throughout our communities. Providing free supplemental food assistance and essential supplies can help reduce financial strain, allowing households to redirect limited income toward other critical needs such as rent, utilities, healthcare, and medication.

Fresh produce also plays an important role in long-term wellness. Tomatoes and cherry tomatoes are nutrient-rich foods packed with vitamins A, C, and K, potassium, and lycopene — nutrients that support heart health, healthy skin, vision, and overall wellness.

Today, DFOWW Incorporated hosted a free food distribution at Growth Mindset Wellness in Stockbridge, Georgia as part of our Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP). Through this initiative, we are working to bridge the gap for low-income families, seniors, and individuals experiencing food insecurity while also promoting nutrition literacy and healthier lifestyle choices.

The WRNP goes beyond supplemental food assistance. Our program includes six in-person nutrition literacy workshops designed to provide practical education on:

• Healthy eating habits
• Meal planning and budgeting
• Food sustainability
• Long-term wellness strategies
• Kids & Parents Gardening education
• Nutrition label reading and comprehension
• Eating healthy while living in a food desert

Each workshop also includes a catered meal to help create a supportive and welcoming learning environment for participating families.

At DFOWW Incorporated, we believe education + nutrition = empowerment. Our goal is not only to provide immediate support, but also to equip families with the knowledge and tools needed to build healthier, more sustainable futures.

Please take a moment to view some of the photos from today’s distribution below. If you attended and feel comfortable, feel free to tag yourself.

To learn more about our programs, volunteer opportunities, or upcoming Kids & Parents Gardening Workshops, please visit DFOWW Incorporated or email [email protected].

A Message from the Executive Director

As Executive Director of DFOWW Incorporated, I see firsthand the growing challenges many families are facing throughout our communities.

Rising food prices, housing costs, healthcare expenses, and transportation costs continue to place tremendous pressure on working families, seniors, and individuals living on fixed incomes.

For many households, the issue is no longer simply budgeting carefully — it is trying to determine which basic necessities they can afford each month.

That is why programs like our Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP) are so important.
Today, we were honored to host free food distributions at Remedy in Atlanta, Georgia and Growth Mindset Wellness in Stockbridge, Georgia. These distributions are part of our ongoing commitment to helping bridge the gap for families with children, seniors, and individuals experiencing food insecurity.
Please take a moment to view some of the photos from today’s distribution below.

At DFOWW Incorporated, we are not just providing supplemental food assistance — we are investing in education, wellness, and long-term sustainability.

Our Write-Right Nutrition Program includes six in-person nutrition literacy workshops focused on:

• Growing your own fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices through gardening
• Understanding how to properly read and interpret nutrition food labels
• Healthy eating habits and balanced meal planning
• Budget-friendly grocery shopping strategies
• Food sustainability and self-sufficiency
• Building long-term healthy lifestyle habits for families and children

Each workshop also includes a catered meal to ensure participants receive both nourishment and education in a supportive and welcoming environment.

I would also like to personally thank our partners at The Home Depot for graciously donating supplies to support our programming efforts.

Thank you Mrs. Masha and staff for your kindness and continued support of our mission.

A special thank you as well to our incredible partners at Costco Wholesale. Your continued weekly donations allow us to serve vulnerable families, seniors, and children throughout the community. Your support truly makes a difference.

Together, we can continue building healthier and stronger communities through nutrition, education, compassion, and empowerment.

Warm regards,
Ms. Daphany Williams-DuBois
Executive Director
DFOWW Incorporated

To learn more about our programs, volunteer opportunities, or upcoming Kids & Parents Gardening Workshops, please visit DFOWW Incorporated or email [email protected].