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February 2026 Newsletter

This month's newsletter let's you know how we started 2026!

Published on:
February 18, 2026
Ms. Deb, a volunteer with Master's Kitchen, preparing deliveries.

🌟Mission in Motion

  • 1,167 meals served through Master’s Kitchen.

  • 78 bags of groceries were distributed to 26 households through the Storehouse Food Pantry.

  • 42 seniors actively engaged in Lunch & Learns and Silver Sneakers fitness classes
  • 121 volunteer hours invested in our programs.

Thank you for continuing to stand with BCM as we serve our neighbors in Homewood. Every month, your support helps us meet real needs, bring people together, and create hope that lasts.

❤️ February Spotlight

This week, we’re proud to highlight Nurse Crosby, one of BCM’s dedicated team members who faithfully volunteers her time to serve our community.

At our Healthy Aging events, Nurse Crosby provides blood pressure screenings — but her impact goes far beyond taking numbers.

She takes time and explains the results clearly and calmly.
She answers questions and offers immediate guidance when readings are high or concerning.
Most importantly, she listens.

Nurse Croby with a participant at Master's Kitchen.

For many of the older adults and neighbors she serves, a high reading can bring fear or uncertainty. Nurse Crosby helps replace anxiety with understanding. Her steady presence and compassionate approach have helped community members feel more informed, less stressed, and more confident about managing their health.

In a world where medical visits can feel rushed, Nurse Crosby reminds our community that care is personal. Because of her service, health education becomes empowerment.

For more information about Health Equity and our programming for older adults, check out our programs page.

💛 Thank You

Your gifts, prayers, and time make BCM’s mission come alive every single day. We are grateful for you — our partners in compassion, faith, and community.

📅 Coming Up at BCM

  • DiSYPles Camperships - Donate now through May 29, 2026
  • Storehouse Food Pantry - Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11 am - 1pm
  • Get Fit Saturdays - For Older Adults ages 65 and up, Saturday, February 28, 2026, 10:30 am

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🤝 Get Involved: Volunteer With BCM

BCM’s impact is powered not only by donations, but by people.

We have volunteer opportunities across all of our programming, including:

  • 🍽 Master’s Kitchen – meal preparation, serving, and hospitality
  • 🛒 Storehouse Food Pantry – food distribution and stocking
  • 💪 Healthy Aging Hubs – event support, check-in, and senior engagement
  • 🎨 DiSYples – mentoring, activity support, and special skills workshops
  • 🎉 Special Events & Community Outreach – setup, registration, and guest hospitality

Whether you can serve once a month or once a year, there is a place for you at BCM.

If you’re interested in learning more, email us at info@bcmhomewood.org and our team will connect you with the right opportunity.

Because when neighbors serve neighbors, the community grows stronger.