It was a gift to spend MLK Jr. Day with students from the NC School of Science and Math. The day began with conversation—about food systems, local food insecurity in Burke County, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s conviction that lasting change doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when we pay attention to how systems are built, who they serve, and who they leave out. Then the students got to work! Together, they started tomatoes, peppers, and flowers that will grow under lig

“Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted.” John 6:12 The Storehouse Project is about helping fresh food make it from the field to the table. As The Overflow grows more produce on our farm, we need a dedicated space where fruits and vegetables can be washed, packed, and prepared for use in our programs and for sharing with others. This project will create a clean, practical wash-and-pack area so the food grown by our youth is handled with care and ready to

Recently at The Overflow, our young men got hands-on learning how to change oil — from lifting the car safely to replacing filters and checking levels. This wasn’t just about cars… it was about responsibility, teamwork, and confidence. We believe when young men are trusted with real skills, they rise to the occasion. Being faithful with the “little things” builds character for the bigger things ahead.  “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.” —