Hello sweet friend!

I know so many families are struggling right now with the government shutdown, worried about bills, paychecks, and how to stretch groceries just a little bit further. My heart’s been heavy thinking about it since it happened.

My career was in government working for a Senator so I remember what it was like when the Legislature came to a screeching halt (aka a Budget Impasse) and life got scary fast. Thankfully I worked for a Senator who had a generous heart and didn't let us go hungry and helped our staff through that time. Many of my colleagues, sadly didn't have that same experience with their bosses.

Watching what's happening again, I knew I had to do something to help.

So I did what I know to do best, I rolled up my sleeves and spent time in my kitchen this week creating something small but meaningful - a 5-Day Budget-Friendly Meal Plan and Cookbook designed to help feed a family of up to six with nourishing, simple, plant-based meals that are comforting, easy to make, and affordable.

I call it SIMPLY HOPE.

It’s not fancy just real food, made with love and care, using everyday ingredients. Because food shouldn’t have to be complicated (or expensive) to bring people together.

If you or someone you know could use a little hope right now, please feel free to download the Meal Plan and Cookbook and please share the FREE link with them to receive their own copy. It’s completely complimentary. No strings attached. Just something from my heart to yours and all the families affected by the Federal Government Shutdown.

Here's your personal download - SIMPLY HOPE MEAL PLAN & COOKBOOK - FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN .pdf

Here's the FREE link you can share - https://minagraceward.kit.com/simplyhope

Sending love and light to every family working hard to stay strong and fed right now. You are seen. You are not alone. You're in my heart and my prayers.

With all my love and warmest affection,
​Mina Grace Ward​
xoxo