A Grateful Harvest

UN SDG Alignment: SDG 2 • SDG 3 • SDG 10 • SDG 17

The Gatsby Showcase Foundation advances health equity by addressing the social and economic factors that shape well-being in underserved communities. Access to nutritious food particularly during periods of economic strain is a critical component of health, stability, and dignity.

In November 2023, the Foundation partnered with Dr. Tiffany Mapp of Miracle Medical Obstetrics to host a community Thanksgiving drive titled “A Saturday Well Spent.” This collaborative initiative provided turkeys, chickens, and pies to families facing hardship, ensuring that households in need could celebrate the holiday season with nourishment and dignity.

Addressing Food Insecurity as a Health Equity Issue

The Thanksgiving drive focused on supporting patients and families within Dr. Mapp’s care network, many of whom experience financial and systemic barriers to essential resources. Approximately 70% of participating families rely on state-funded assistance, underscoring the importance of community-based interventions that address immediate needs while reinforcing trust within healthcare ecosystems.

By addressing food insecurity a key social determinant of health the initiative advanced the Foundation’s broader commitment to Healthcare Access & Equity and community-centered care models that extend beyond clinical settings.

Partnership Rooted in Compassion and Service

This collaboration reflects a shared belief that service and compassion are foundational to building healthier communities. Through partnership, the Gatsby Showcase Foundation and Miracle Medical Obstetrics transformed a moment of need into an opportunity for connection, gratitude, and collective support.

Guided by the principle that “service to others is the rent we pay for our room here on earth,” the Foundation remains committed to initiatives that uplift families, strengthen community resilience, and promote holistic well-being.

UN Sustainable Development Goals Alignment

• SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
  Providing access to nutritious food for families experiencing economic hardship, particularly during the holiday season.

• SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being
  Supporting community health by addressing food insecurity as a critical social determinant of health for underserved populations.

• SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
  Targeting support to communities disproportionately impacted by systemic and economic barriers to essential resources.

• SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
  Advancing impact through collaboration with healthcare providers and community partners such as Miracle Medical Obstetrics.