Identify an organization that provides a service to your community (for example: homeless shelter, foodbanks) and arrange to interview a leader at that organization. - I chose Feeding South Florida food bank in Pembroke Park, FL.
Gather photos to use in your power point presentation.
Prepare a power point presentation on your community assessment following the Community Assessment rubric.
An organization that provides a service to your community
Full Answer Section
Community Needs Assessment (Slide 2)
- Title: Hunger in South Florida
- Statistics on hunger prevalence in Broward County, Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County, and Monroe County (data from Feeding South Florida website or reputable sources like Feeding America)
- Highlight demographics most affected by hunger (e.g., children, seniors, families)
- Consider a pie chart or bar graph to visually represent hunger demographics
Services Provided by Feeding South Florida (Slide 3)
- Title: How Feeding South Florida Fights Hunger
- List key services offered by Feeding South Florida (e.g., food distribution programs, mobile pantries, senior nutrition programs)
- Briefly explain each service and its target population
- Include an image showcasing a specific service (e.g., volunteers packing food boxes, a mobile pantry distribution)
Impact of Feeding South Florida (Slide 4)
- Title: Making a Difference - Numbers Don't Lie
- Quantify the impact of Feeding South Florida (e.g., number of individuals served annually, pounds of food distributed)
- Consider a timeline illustrating the organization's growth or a map showing service coverage areas
- Include a positive testimonial from a program recipient expressing gratitude
Call to Action (Slide 5)
- Title: Get Involved, End Hunger
- List ways the community can support Feeding South Florida (e.g., volunteer opportunities, financial donations, food drives)
- Include clear and concise contact information for Feeding South Florida (website, phone number, social media handles)
- Conclude with a powerful image or quote emphasizing the importance of fighting hunger
Additional Considerations:
- Use a consistent and visually appealing design theme throughout the presentation.
- Maintain a clear and concise message on each slide with minimal text and bullet points.
- Leverage high-quality photos and visuals to enhance audience engagement.
- Practice your delivery to ensure a smooth and impactful presentation.
Finding Interview Subject and Photos:
- Contact Feeding South Florida: Reach out to Feeding South Florida and explain your project. Request an interview with a leader who can share insights about the organization and its work.
- Photo Permission: While preparing your presentation, gather photos from Feeding South Florida's website or social media with permission. You can also take your own photos while volunteering (if you choose to do so).
Remember, this is a basic structure. Feel free to add or remove slides depending on the specific information you gather during your interview.
Sample Answer
PowerPoint Presentation: Feeding South Florida Food Bank
Introduction (Slide 1)
- Title: Feeding South Florida: Nourishing Our Community
- Your Name & Affiliation
- Briefly introduce Feeding South Florida (mission, service area)
- Include a powerful image depicting hunger or food insecurity in South Florida (e.g., a breadline, empty shelves)