Donor Spotlight: Publix
Breaking Free Ministry and our Community Meals & Grocery Assistance Outreach are honored to recognize Publix as a community partner in hunger relief.
Through a generous $250 food gift card, Publix is helping us purchase fresh food, produce, and pantry staples to serve more than 200 neighbors each week, including families, seniors, and individuals facing food insecurity.
This support comes at a critical time, as winter brings increased need and a higher risk of families being turned away hungry. We are grateful for Publix’s presence in our area and their commitment to strengthening local communities.
Thank you, Publix, for standing with us to bring hope, warmth, and nourishment to Jessamine County.
Leadership & Funding Partners
Breaking Free Ministry is sustained by a faithful team of leaders, funding partners, churches, and community organizations who believe that hope and practical help should be within reach for every neighbor. We are deeply grateful for each person and partner who stands with us.
Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board of Directors provides spiritual covering, accountability, and oversight as we carry out the mission of Breaking Free Ministry and the EmpowerHer Resource Center.
- Jeanie Lemaster, RN – Founder & Executive Director
- Teresa Pietosi – Board Chair
- Dora Binegar – Secretary-Treasurer
- Ron Pietosi – Board Member
Funding Partners & Grantors
The following foundations and funding partners represent our current and recent supporters who have invested in EmpowerHer programming, community meals, and the growth of our resource center. Their generosity helps us reach more women, families, and neighbors in need.
- The Rota Foundation
- Publix Super Markets Charities
- The Gadfly Project
- Kings Daughters and Sons Foundation
- The Keeneland Foundation
- Just One More Foundation
Community & Church Partners
We are also blessed by churches, ministries, and local organizations who walk alongside us through shared outreach, referrals, volunteers, and ongoing prayer support.
- Christ Embassy – Community meals & Outreach
- Kingdom Journey – Volunteer Services, Community Support
- Bethel Christian Church – Resource Support
- Encounter Hope – Resource Support & Prayer Support
In addition to those listed here, many individual donors, volunteers, churches, and community partners give quietly behind the scenes. Together, this wider family makes it possible for Breaking Free Ministry to serve women, families, and neighbors with both spiritual care and practical help.