Food has always been a major part of our lives. My mother cooked large pots of 

gumbo and other southern dishes to feed her large household, friends, and people in 

the community. If someone was sick in our neighborhood, mom would send food to 

help them heal. Today, Balondemu and I find ourselves following in my mother’s

footsteps in regards to family, community, compassion and food.

Balondemu and I decided to start Onyxx Village Connection to feed the hungry, 

eliminate food waste, and connect the community to resources that could improve 

the quality of their lives. Originally, we picked up and delivered meals out of a PT Cruiser, 

then we moved to a Ford Edge, now we have a large Ford Transit 250 Cargo Van. 

While food is an important part of our service, Onyxx Village Connection is on a 

mission to connect communities to food, resources and compassion.