Feed My Starving Children – Nourishment for Youth in Need5 min read

Our Commitment to Being More Than Just Another Marketing Agency

There’s something special about businesses that understand they’re part of something bigger than their bottom line. Recently, our team at Sharp Innovations got to live that belief in the most meaningful way. Since we opened our doors in 1999, Sharp Innovations has been driven by more than just delivering exceptional digital marketing results for our clients. We’ve been guided by our Higher Purpose Program—a commitment to support those in our community and beyond who need it most.

On Friday, March 28th, our Conestoga team spent the afternoon volunteering with Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), and for the second year in a row, we were reminded why this work matters so much.

When Values Meet Action

Instead of wrapping up another busy week at the office, our entire team headed to the local FMSC facility to pack meals for children facing hunger. There’s something incredibly grounding about stepping away from the essential business service duties we have, to focus on something as fundamental as making sure kids have enough to eat.

As we worked assembly-line style, packing rice, vitamins, and vegetables into meal packets, every single bag represented hope for a child somewhere in the world. It’s the kind of work that puts everything else into perspective.

Meet FMSC: Making a Real Difference

Feed My Starving Children is exactly the kind of organization we’re proud to support. They’re a Christian nonprofit with a clear, focused mission: seeing every child whole in body and spirit. What impresses us most about FMSC is their strategic approach. They don’t just send food and hope for the best—they work with established food distribution partners throughout communities nationwide, ensuring meals reach the children who need them most. Everything they do is rooted in Christ’s mission to feed the hungry, and their impact is both measurable and meaningful.

You can see the care and intentionality in everything they do, from their efficient packing processes to their partnerships with local communities. It’s the kind of thoughtful, results-driven approach we appreciate as business owners ourselves.

Why This Matters to Our Business

As a local business serving other businesses throughout our region, we believe strongly that success comes with responsibility. Our Higher Purpose Program isn’t just about writing checks—it’s about using our time, talents, and resources to make a tangible difference.

Whether we’re supporting underprivileged youth, single parents, or widows, we’ve found that when businesses step up to serve their communities, everyone benefits. Our clients see that we share their values. Our team feels more connected to our mission. And most importantly, lives are genuinely improved.

Working alongside our team at FMSC reminded us why we do what we do. Yes, we love helping businesses grow through smart digital marketing strategies. But we also believe that thriving businesses have the opportunity—and the obligation—to lift up others.

The Power of Local Business Leadership

Here’s what we’ve learned over the years: when local businesses lead by example, it creates a ripple effect throughout the entire community. The meals we helped pack might nourish a child in need, giving them the energy to focus in school. But our participation also demonstrates to other local businesses that community service isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s essential to who we are as leaders in our region.

We’ve seen this firsthand with many of our clients who share these same values. When businesses operate with purpose beyond profit, they attract customers who appreciate that commitment. They build stronger teams. And they create the kind of workplace culture that people want to be part of.

Building Something Bigger Together

Our partnership with FMSC is just one example of how Sharp’s Higher Purpose Program works. We also provide pro bono digital marketing services to nonprofits, contribute to our Central PA Higher Purpose Fund, and look for ways to support organizations that align with our values.

This approach has shaped who we are as a company from the very beginning. Our founder’s personal story of faith and resilience embedded this commitment to service into our DNA, and it influences every decision we make—from the clients we choose to work with to the way we treat our team.

Your Community Needs You Too

If you’re a business owner reading this, you already know the challenges of running a successful operation in today’s market. But you also know the satisfaction that comes from building something meaningful in your community. Organizations like FMSC depend on local businesses stepping up to support their mission. Whether it’s through volunteering, financial contributions, or simply spreading awareness, your involvement makes a real difference.

And here’s what we’ve discovered: businesses that actively serve their communities don’t just do good—they do well. Customers increasingly want to work with companies that share their values. Employees want to be part of something bigger than just their paycheck.

Ready to Make Your Impact?

At Sharp Innovations, we’ve built our business around the belief that success should be shared. Every client we serve, every campaign we create, and every day we show up to work is an opportunity to create positive change.

If you’re a business owner who shares these values—who believes that success comes with the responsibility to serve others—we’d love to connect with you. Whether you need digital marketing support or you’re looking for ways to make a bigger impact in your community, we understand what drives you.

Free Business & Marketing Consultation

We would like to offer local businesses a free business and marketing consultation – because at the end of the day, the most successful businesses aren’t just the ones making the most money—they’re the ones making the biggest difference in their communities.

If you or a business you know is looking to scale and partner with other like-minded community members, then contact Sharp Innovations today for a free consultation.

Learn more about FMSC’s incredible work at fmsc.org and discover how your business can be part of something bigger.