Why Kindness?

Non-Profit Founder Asmeret Berhe-Lumax: Why Food is the Ultimate Act of Kindness and Love

Episode Summary

One Love Community Fridge founder Asmeret Berhe-Lumax reveals how her initiative transforms food into an act of love and kindness, tackling food insecurity with community-driven solutions and sustainable partnerships.

Episode Notes

How does food relate to kindness? Non-profit founder Asmeret Berhe-Lumax explores this question, sharing her inspiring journey from fleeing to America with family to creating the impactful initiative: One Love Community Fridge. Alongside host Jaclyn Lindsey, the Champion of Change illustrates how small acts of love and respect can transform lives and neighborhoods.

Key takeaways from this conversation include:

• Practical ways individuals and communities worldwide can contribute to ending the hunger crisis.
• The importance of accessibility, consistency, and local farmer involvement in sustainable food programs.
• How kindness drives policy changes and organizational culture in combating food insecurity.
• The ripple effect of small acts of kindness and much more.

Asmeret Berhe-Lumax is the founder and CEO of One Love Community Fridge, a community-driven initiative grounded in the core values of respect, dignity, and health. A passionate leader and advocate, she believes that food is the foundation of our health and works to ensure equitable access to nourishing food while fostering care, connection, and belonging within the community. She has been selected as a Champions of Change 2019 honoree by the National Committee for UN Women and her impact has been recognized with the inaugural 2025 North America’s 50 Best Champions of Change Award.