Ebony Monday | MG Legendary Vending LLC
| What’s the name of your business, nonprofit or project? |
| MG Legendary Vending LLC |
| What city and country is your business, nonprofit or project located in? |
| New York, United States |
| Describe your business, nonprofit or project, and the products and/or services you offer? |
| MG Legendary Vending LLC specializes in providing and maintaining state-of-the-art snack and beverage vending machines. The company delivers and replenishes vending machines in various locations, including residential buildings, businesses, schools, and assisted living facilities. MG Legendary Vending LLC’s machines are equipped with the latest technology, ensuring reliability and a seamless user experience. The company’s product offerings include a wide range of snacks and beverages, with a particular focus on health-conscious items. MG Legendary Vending is also expanding its services to accept SNAP benefits as a form of payment, making healthy food options accessible to individuals who may not have the financial means to use cash. This initiative is especially geared towards students in New York City public schools, providing them with nutritious choices during the school day. |
| Are you Caribbean or African, or of Caribbean or African descent? If you are, please tell us details. |
| I am of African descent, specifically African American. My heritage connects me to a rich cultural background that has shaped my identity and influences my business practices. This heritage drives my commitment to serve my community through MG Legendary Vending LLC, where I aim to create opportunities for others while celebrating our shared culture. |
| Do you think your Caribbean or African upbringing/heritage has impacted your work? If so, please explain how. |
| My African American heritage has significantly shaped my work by instilling in me a strong sense of resilience, community, and a commitment to uplifting others. Growing up, I was surrounded by hardworking role models who valued entrepreneurship, financial independence, and the importance of giving back. These values are at the core of my business, MG Legendary Vending LLC, where I strive to provide healthier snack options in communities that often lack access to affordable nutritious food. I am passionate about using my business as a tool to make a positive impact and to set an example of what minority-owned businesses can achieve. My heritage inspires me to pursue excellence and provide resources that benefit the broader community |
| How does your work positively impact culture + community? |
| The communities of the Bronx and White Plains, NY, face several challenges, including limited access to affordable, healthy food options, especially in underserved areas. In the Bronx, many neighborhoods are considered food deserts, where residents struggle to find nutritious snacks and meals at convenient locations. In White Plains, while the situation might be somewhat better, there are still gaps in easily accessible, healthy food choices, particularly for those who rely on public assistance programs like SNAP. MG Legendary Vending LLC helps address these issues by providing convenient access to a wide range of snacks and beverages through our well-maintained vending machines, strategically placed in residential buildings, businesses, schools, and assisted living facilities. We focus on offering health-conscious options that cater to various dietary needs and preferences, which are often difficult to find in traditional vending machines. Although we are still in the process of obtaining approval to accept SNAP benefits, once approved, this will allow us to further support individuals and families who rely on this assistance, making nutritious food more accessible to everyone in the community. By filling our vending machines with healthy items that meet SNAP criteria, we aim to reduce the barriers to healthy eating and contribute positively to the well-being of the communities we serve. Through these efforts, MG Legendary Vending LLC is not just a business but a partner in addressing critical food access issues in both the Bronx and White Plains. |
| Link to Your Website (if applicable) |
| http://Www.mglegendaryvending.com |
| Links to Your Social Media Pages (if applicable) |
| @MGLegendaryVendingLLC |
| How should potential customers and persons interested in networking & partnerships contact you? |
| mglegendaryvending@gmail.com |
