Taylor Ryan Bio

Founder & Executive Director

Meet Taylor Ryan, a Black woman who wears multiple hats as a single parent, active community member, nonprofit executive director and founder. She is an advocate of fighting against food injustice and public health disparities through direct community outreach in Louisville, KY’s West End. She received her undergraduate degree at the University of Louisville where she boasts was the foundation to the ripple effect that is her current environment. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work every day.


Taylor holds two master's degrees in Adult Education and Leadership Studies, which she uses to champion initiatives that benefit the underserved populations within her community. Her love for the community runs deep, and has continually driven her to work tirelessly towards improving the lives of others. What sets her apart is her commitment to direct outreach in the community. She understands that real change only comes through building relationships and working together to create sustainable solutions.



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Taylor can meet with you regarding strategic and visibility opportunities to build donor, partner and sponsor relations. She takes meetings with decision makers, media, high-level innovators and initiatives, and monthly donors. This year, she wants to do more podcast interviews, so invite her!

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"We're like Robin Hood. We're rescuing grocery surplus from one side of the city and bringing it over to our side of the city for people who are navigating food scarcity"

Check out what our founder Taylor Ryan has to say about confronting the Food Apartheid in Louisville, KY

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Our Staff

Reid

Food Justice Advocate

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T'Von & Mark

Farmer's Market Director

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Skylar

Media Director

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Nisa

CPA

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Yah Yah

Mutual Aid Director

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Darren

Program & Ops Manager

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Ashton

Development Director

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Myanna

Senior Fellow

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Reid

Food Justice Advocate

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T'Von & Mark

Farmer's Market Director

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Skylar

Media Director

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Volunteer with Us

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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Make a Donation

We rely on small-dollar donations to keep our organization running. Every contribution makes a big impact. Your generosity fuels our mission, and together, we can create lasting change. Help us activate our neighbors and strengthen our community by making a donation today—every dollar counts!

Transform Your Change

Shop Our Amazon Wishlist

We encourage supporters to make a direct impact by shopping from our Amazon Wishlist. Every item purchased helps us provide critical resources for our community, from food distribution to health and wellness initiatives. Your contribution ensures that we continue to serve those who need it most, with the supplies that keep our programs running smoothly. Browse our wishlist, pick an item, and help us make a difference. Visit our Amazon Wishlist today and lend a hand in building a stronger, healthier community!

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Become a Sponsor

We offer multiple sponsorship opportunities for individuals and businesses of all sizes. Sponsorships can be as simple as offering your customers the option to add a donation to their purchases at checkout through our Button Program. Explore how you or your business can get involved and make a lasting difference in our community.

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Buy CTCT Merch

Our collection of wearables features powerful, movement-supporting messages like "Disruptor," embodying the impact of our work. Your purchase helps us continue the fight for equity and change. Make a statement and a donation at the same time, knowing that every item sold supports real, grassroots action!

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Sign Our Petition

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.

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