Monica Murphy, Cansculptor
New Jersey teen Monica Murphy knew that if she built it, they would eat.
“They” meaning all those served by the Monmouth and Ocean County food banks, and “it” being a replica of her school built entirely out of canned goods.
Completed in the spring, Monica’s cansculpture incorporating 2,500 cans brought public awareness to a cause that’s been dear to Monica since she was in the 5th grade and first discovered that food bank shelves, which are usually well-stocked for the holidays, are often empty during the “off season.”
Monica’s also been mentoring a sixth grader from her school district to ensure her project continues – and those shelves stay full – after she graduates.
Guess you’d say this 17-year-old has a CAN-do attitude. :)
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Shelley,
Thanks so much for sharing about this lovely young lady. I think this post deserves a One Lovely Blog Award:
http://callsignwreckingcrew.blogspot.com/2012/09/one-lovely-blog-award.html