Rachel Mouyos
Rachel is the Customer Service Manager at Sysco/Sygma, which has been supporting the Mission since September 2022.
What initially inspired Sysco/Sygma to get involved with the Mission?
We at Sysco/Sygma wanted to find a way to give back to our community and we quickly learned The Crossing was right in our backyard. The first thing we did was assemble care packages, then volunteered to serve dinner as a leadership team and the rest is history. Sysco/Sygma’s purpose is “Connecting the world to share food and care for one another.” Donating time, inventory and more gives us the opportunity to do just that. It helps bridge some of the social and economic gaps we face in the community.
Housewarming boxes help provide basic resources for newly-housed Mission guests and program participants. Why were these important for Sysco/Sygma to donate?
It gives the chance for all of our colleagues to give back as a team, while helping someone who may need it. Everyone bands together to fill the boxes by bringing in a basic item that will positively impact the life of a stranger. It’s really special. I hope they help families by easing pressure off them, while they are working to get back on their feet or starting over completely. Moving into a new home is stressful no matter what the circumstance and I think housewarming boxes help relieve even the smallest amount of pressure.
What would you say to someone considering supporting the Mission?
Do it! It costs nothing to donate your time, and time is something that is beyond valuable. It may make someone else happy and that is a reason to smile.
This post is part of September’s Changing Lives Newsletter. This month, we’re sharing how are case managers are helping those experiencing homelessness find stable housing in: Welcome To Your Next Step.
