*Brashawnee Johnson set out to do something positive for her community. After discovering a community fridge and pantry in Opelousas, Louisiana, through a Facebook post, she decided she wanted to make a meaningful contribution.
What followed was an act of generosity that cost nearly $1,800—and an emotional experience she says she will never forget.
Johnson stocked the community fridge and pantry with groceries, snacks, and ready-to-eat food items intended to help people facing difficult circumstances. But when she returned less than an hour later, she found the shelves nearly empty.
A Social Media Post Sparked the Idea
The community fridge and pantry, located along South Court Street in Opelousas, was created to provide free meals, groceries, and basic food items to anyone who needs them…