Dr. Yolonda Holmes-Echols introduced the Beacon of Light Institute For Veterans to Mayor Teresa Ervin and the Florence City Council. Navigating the BOLV’s initiatives, mission, and vision in the importance of mental health care, homelessness, and hunger among veterans, first and emergency responders. Giving an account of the community events that the Beacon Of Light has participated in by supporting other organizations and the community events that the Beacon of Light sponsored. Dr. Holmes-Echols explained the future planning of events to combat hunger among both underserved populations.