The Kind Mouse
In 2012, the economic downturn began to take a toll on families in St. Petersburg, Florida. Gina Wilkins noticed when friends and those she worked with began to feel the impact. Then, this story ran on 60 Minutes and she learned these problems extended to Pinellas County. Gina was compelled to take action, beginning a food donation program out of her house.
Within weeks, Gina learned just how pervasive the problem of chronic childhood hunger was and the overwhelming numbers living with food insecurities in her own community. Unfortunately these problems have not gone away following the economic recovery. The staggering numbers living with hunger have inspired The Kind Mouse to continue to reach more children in need.
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What we do
Following an economic
downturn, Gina Wilkins was
compelled to assist families in
transition with a 90-day program
to get back on their feet. She
soon discovered how many
children suffer from chronic
hunger and food insecurities across Pinellas County. And so
began the mission to feed the
children.
Who we are
Founded in 2012, The Kind
Mouse is a 501(c)3 non-profit
organization based in St.
Petersburg, Florida. Directed by
Gina Wilkins, The Kind Mouse is
comprised of a dedicated group
of volunteers ranging in age
from 3 to 88. Leadership
Donate
There are many ways to donate and support The Kind Mouse. We, are, of course, grateful for any and all cash donations that support our pantry operations.
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Feeding Hungry Kids is Our Mission
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What We Do
The Kind Mouse is giving children hope of a brighter future. There are kids who don’t know where their next meal outside of school will come from. Many only eat while school is in session. That means they are hungry on weekends, holidays and over the summer. There are kids in every school dealing with chronic hunger. The problem is not exclusive to race, neighborhood, or age. Kids dig through trash cans to bring food home for their baby brothers and sisters, and children beg for food from their teachers and peers.
Our Mission
The Kind Mouse is focused on three activities:
1. To feed local children suffering from chronic hunger and food insecurities,
2. To develop the next generation of community leaders and activists so they continue the work of the Kind Mouse as long as there is need, and
3. To assist families in transition. It is our belief that no hardworking individual should suffer despair due to unforeseen economic hardship.