'Like I Belong'

Photo by Matthew Liteplo
When the pandemic struck, Tim Stock, top right, was laid off from his job as an executive chef. With time on his hands, he returned to volunteering with Food for Thought, a charity that cooks and distributes hot meals for low-income families, seniors and others who can't cook for themselves.
He found the experience so rewarding that he searched for a job that would allow him to continue to give back to the community. He now works at Operation Come Home, producing a well-rounded morning meal every day for a group of disadvantaged youth. After breakfast, he becomes an instructor and mentor for FoodWorks, helping those interested in pursuing a culinary career or using cooking skills to get back on their feet. FoodWorks is Operation Come Home's social enterprise. It offers catering and take-home meals.