Paul explained that he grew up in foster care and often went without food. Making sandwiches for the children wasn’t charity for him; it was a way to heal and to ensure others didn’t feel the same hunger and invisibility he once knew. His quiet dedication changed the perspective of his coworker, who soon joined him to help prepare and distribute meals.
When Paul suddenly collapsed from exhaustion, the coworker—his emergency contact—took over sandwich duty while he recovered. What began as a solo effort grew into a workplace tradition called “Sandwich Fridays,” where employees came together to make food for those in need.
