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Food Connection relieves hunger while reducing waste by connecting surplus freshly prepared meals with those experiencing food insecurity.

"In 2015, Bass Smith Connection (BSC), a non-profit organization, was birthed. Founded by four (4) friends, Vernon and Sunna Bass, and Jamel and Nettie (Carter) Smith, BSC’s mission is two-fold: To “Party with A Purpose (PWP).” Proceeds generated from our parties go directly to graduating minority high school and current college students, seeking financial assistance to complete their post-secondary educational studies. To remain “connected” with our recipients and provide additional positive support and encouragement. We stand “in the gap” with our recipients to help them navigate the day-to-day challenges they face as they adjust to college life."

1. To support and encourage strong and healthy families that are caring, loving, and nurturing 2. To work in cooperation with Government agencies and private organizations to prevent and alleviate all types of social problems in Thai society 3. To create institutions and training opportunities for the advancement of ethics, religion, and morality in order to develop good leaders 4. To assist children, youth, and teenagers by supporting education, sports, art, music, literature, and other educational opportunities 5. To establish counseling centers in order to counsel and advice dealing with social problems. For example - family problems, relationship issues, drug and alcohol addictions, etc. 6. To be a benefit to Thai society through active partnership and cooperation with other foundations and entities. 7. To work exclusively on social issues with absolutely no involvement in politics or through political action