About us
The People Behind the Purpose
A Community Unite by Love and Legacy
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Some seeds of change are planted through a single act of kindness. Others grow through an entire community coming together.
Staff at Prospect Elementary'
Our Story
The Hortense Bryan Center for Education and Food Security is deeply grateful to the Prospect Elementary School Community in Long Island, New York, whose extraordinary generosity has helped bring our mission to life.
Our connection to Prospect Elementary is deeply personal. Our beloved sister, Rhonda Chung, dedicated herself to educating and inspiring children as a teacher at the school. Following her untimely passing, her legacy of compassion and service continued to inspire the students, teachers, administrators, custodians, families, and staff who knew and loved her.
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From financial contributions to acts of kindness and continued support, The Prospect Elementary community has embraced our mission in an extraordinary way. Their generosity is helping us provide nutritious meals, educational resources, and opportunities to children and communities in need.
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What began with one teacher's commitment to children has grown into a shared commitment to helping children thrive.
We are grateful to Prospect Elementary for helping us plant seeds of change that will continue to grow for generations to come.
Althea Palomino, MSN, RN, CCRN, NPD-BC
Founder & Director
With a background in critical care nursing and education, Althea brings both heart and data-driven strategy to our vision. She is passionate about creating joyful, meaningful learning pathways that help every child thrive.
Rhonda Chung, M.A., B.S.
In Memoriam: Founding Educator & Community Leader
Rhonda Chung was a dedicated educator at Prospect School in Hempstead, New York, where she devoted 26 years to serving and uplifting her community. Her commitment to education and the children she served left a lasting impact on generations of families.
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Her Legacy. Their Future
In honor of Hortense Bryan, a dedicated healthcare worker who believed in the power of education to change lives. We carry her legacy forward by creating opportunities for others to learn, grow, and thrive.
Our Compassionate Leaders
Our approach
Our Approach
We believe every child deserves the nourishment and education they need to thrive. Through school breakfast programs, tutoring, digital literacy, and disaster relief, we provide essential resources that help children stay nourished, ready to learn, and equipped for a brighter future.
