Vigis is committed to feeding the children a solid meal and giving them a safe place to play and learn for at least one weekend morning. Vigis said children as young as two were coming to the sessions along with their parents, who were attracted by the offer of a free breakfast.

Vasco says children go hungry in Ocean View and there is a need for nutrition, so we give them something to eat. It sounds clichéd, but you can’t teach a hungry child,” he said.

Guest: Vasco Vigis - Ocean View resident