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A group of Meredith volunteers came together in December to restock the Daisy Trade, the College’s on-campus food pantry, for the final time of 2025. This effort was another way Meredith’s community supported others during the season of giving.
The Daisy Trade, located in Jones Chapel, is organized by the Chaplain’s Office. While Chaplain Stacy Pardue was away in December, Director of Health Services Mary Johnson handled the final Interfaith Food Shuttle pick-up of the year, and a group of seven Meredith student volunteers restocked the Daisy Trade shelves.
“It was beautiful to see the Meredith community come together for the last Daisy Trade food delivery of the semester. Thanks to everyone’s teamwork, it took us less than an hour to unload all the food and fully stock the shelves for winter break, which would have otherwise been an overwhelming task,” said Gianna Pasquale, ‘28, who organized the student volunteers.
Ai’Nyiah Harriel, ’26, volunteers in order to make sure everyone in the Meredith community has access to the food and supplies they need.
“Growing up, there were times when my family received food from a church’s food pantry, which showed me how easily circumstances can change,” Harriel said. “That experience, along with being inspired by Chaplain Pardue’s love for fighting against hunger, motivated me to get involved. Through Daisy Trade, I’m able to give back in a way that is meaningful to me and directly supports my community.”
Pasquale has been pleased with the increasing number of student volunteers this year.
“During the spring 2025 semester, the Daisy Trade was in serious need of volunteers, with a handful of people keeping everything running,” said Pasquale. “This fall, Meredith Angels responded to the call for help, and it has been incredible to watch volunteers coming in every week with their smiles and energy.”
Students who are interested in supporting the Daisy Trade as volunteers should look for the sign-up information in the SGA’s Halo Happenings newsletter. The volunteer registration link is included in each issue.
“The Daisy Trade brings so much joy to everyone involved, and I cannot wait to continue serving together next semester,” Pasquale said.