A CALL TO ACTION: APEX MUSEUM LAUNCHES EMERGENCY FOOD DRIVE TO SUPPORT FAMILIES IN CRISIS

By Dr. Jerome Dorn 

The Apex Museum, one of Atlanta’s most treasured cultural institutions dedicated to preserving and sharing African American history, is stepping beyond the walls of history and into the heart of community service. In response to the recent stoppage and reduction of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits and the growing food insecurity it has caused, the APEX Museum has launched an Emergency Food Drive Initiative — a powerful call to action aimed at ensuring that no family in our community goes hungry.

“Food is a basic right, not a privilege,” says a representative from the APEX Museum. “We can’t stand by as families are forced to make choices between rent, medicine, and a meal. It’s time for the community to stand together.”

THE CRISIS AT HAND

Across Georgia and the nation, the reduction and delays in SNAP benefits have left thousands of families struggling. Inflation, rising grocery costs, and stagnant wages have compounded the issue, pushing more households into food insecurity. According to Feeding America, one in eight Georgians is now facing hunger — including nearly one in six children.

What’s most alarming is that many affected families are working parents, seniors, and veterans who have long relied on these programs as lifelines. The APEX Museum’s leadership recognized that this crisis demanded immediate community action — not just sympathy, but solidarity.

A MISSION ROOTED IN HISTORY AND HOPE

Founded by Mr. Dan Moore Sr., the APEX Museum has always stood as a beacon of Black history, resilience, and empowerment. Its name — African American Panoramic Experience — speaks to its mission of connecting the past, present, and future of the African American journey.

This latest initiative extends that legacy into the present moment, blending cultural preservation with community upliftment. “The APEX Museum has always been about telling our story,” says Dr. Jerome Dorn of InDaHouseMedia, who supports the effort. “Now, we’re making sure that story includes compassion, unity, and real-world impact.”

HOW YOU CAN HELP

The APEX Museum is calling on individuals, businesses, churches, and community organizations to contribute to the Emergency Food Drive.

Donations of non-perishable food items, and hygiene essentials are urgently needed. Monetary contributions are also welcomed to help the museum purchase bulk supplies for families in need.

Drop-off Location:

APEX Museum

135 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

Most Needed Items:

• Canned vegetables, soups, beans

• Rice, pasta, and boxed meals

• Peanut butter and jelly

• Baby formula and diapers

• Toiletries and hygiene products etc 

UNITING FOR A PURPOSE

This initiative is more than a charitable act — it’s a declaration that we are our community’s keepers. The APEX Museum invites everyone to participate, share the message, and stand together in this defining moment.

“History shows us that when we come together, we rise,” says the museum’s director. “This is our chance to write a new chapter — one where compassion conquers crisis.”

For more information or to volunteer: https://www.apexmuseum.org/

InDaHouseMedia proudly supports the APEX Museum’s mission of empowerment, culture, and community action. Together, let’s make history — one meal, one family, one act of kindness at a time.