Cliff Baker: How a Kind Act Sparked a Mission to Feed Thousands

from Grit Won't Quit · host Tom Mirabella

In this inspiring episode of Grit Won't Quit, Tom Mirabella and Marc Vazquez sit down with Cliff Baker, founder of Dine On Us, a charity dedicated to supporting active military members through free meals. Cliff shares how his journey began after Hurricane Sandy, sparked by one stranger's kind act. He discusses his transition from helping two individuals to feeding over 350 people and how he uses his connections in the restaurant supply industry to make a difference. The conversation touches on survivor's guilt from his time in the Navy, the power of compassion, and the ripple effect of generosity. Tune in to hear Cliff's incredible story of turning pain into purpose and making a tangible impact.

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