Ashton Lange, a proud Appalachian from Somerset, KY, is the eldest daughter in her family and studied public health at the University of Louisville (U of L). Their journey in sustainability and food waste diversion work has been ongoing for years. Lange has been a gardener in both rural and urban settings, and their time at U of L was partly characterized by their work in rerouting food surplus from campus dining and U of L’s community garden to campus food cupboard—addressing hunger while reducing local emissions. They also gained CPG accreditation from the University of Louisville.
At Change Today, Change Tomorrow, they work to support efforts that not only meet a basic need but also mitigate local greenhouse gas emissions. In addition to their work in development within the organization, they also guide the food waste policy research of a U of L capstone student.
Ashton Lange is our Development Director, they can meet with you about grant opportunities, event sponsorship opportunities, donation drives, The Button (our pay it forward restaurant program), fiscal sponsorship, and food waste policy. Urban gardening and poetry are personal interests of Ashton's. They are also the point of contact for college level interns.
We're always looking for passionate volunteers to join our mission of uplifting and serving the community. From helping distribute food to engaging with our programs, every volunteer plays a vital role in the work we do. No matter your experience level, we welcome anyone ready to make a difference. Your time and commitment directly impact the lives of those around us.
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The time for action is now. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated food apartheid in our community, creating even greater disparities in access to healthy food. The West End area deserves better, and we demand that local decision-makers take immediate action to address this critical issue. By signing this petition, we can add our voices to the demand for better access to fresh and healthy food options.