By James Combs
Gourmet Today donates to the Education Foundation of Lake County
The community’s hearty appetite for delicious food helped generate $1,000 for Lake County School’s teachers and students, according to a press release issued by Lake County Schools
The Education Foundation of Lake County partnered with Gourmet Today to cook up the Take-Out for Teachers fundraiser where the Leesburg-caterer donated a portion of its proceeds during the week of April 26.
Customers could place orders from Gourmet Today’s delivery menu or from its daily carry-out menu. Each delivery customer received a special gift from the Education Foundation in addition to the food order.
“We sold 837 meals, resulting in the highest-grossing sales since the COVID-19 restrictions were put in place in mid-March,” Jessy Flinn, owner of Gourmet Today, said in a press release “As a small business trying to make ends meet during this time, this was a welcome boost. We are so excited to be able to share some of the return with The Education Foundation of Lake County.”
James Combs was a pillar of Akers Media Group since its inception in 2008. Over the years, he had the honor of interviewing Lake & Sumter County's most fascinating personalities, from innovative business owners to heroic war veterans, bringing their incredible stories to life. Throughout his career, James earned over 50 awards for writing excellence, a testament to his talent and dedication. In 2021, he was inducted into the Akers Media Group Hall of Fame. Sadly, James passed away in 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. His legacy of storytelling and excellence continues to inspire us all.
