Charities & Organizations

There are many families in your area that cannot afford to put a nice meal on the table this holiday season. In the spirit of giving, you can easily organize a basket filled with all of the...

Around the holidays, people tend to want to volunteer more than usual to ensure that everyone has a wonderful holiday season. In addition to donating food, gifts and money--gleaning (donating...

Getting free food in the community is not as complicated a feat as it may seem. There are several programs and federally mandated institutions whose sole goal is to lower the hunger rate in their...

Alabama Food Stamps is a government resource provided to low-income people who also meet other requirements. The Food Stamps program helps eligible families purchase groceries for home...

need to stretch a buck? saving on your food can be easy, and fun! try new recipes and use programs for saving money on food and anyone can eat for less, with out being on food stamps.

I recently volunteered at a local food pantry and I was so moved by the love and kindness of the volunteers. They educated us on the overwhelming need for local families and senior citizens who...

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations over one billion people in the world are hungry. The poor and hungry are in need of help from those who have resources...

There are many needy people who will have limited food and clothing this season due to lack of money from loss of employment, inability to find a job, and/or just plain poor living conditions. ...

Start a new family tradition this year, by seeking out and sponsoring a family in need during the Holidays. With today’s economic crisis, there are many families out of jobs and in need of help...

There are many children in need, probably alot closer to your home, than you may think. Their family may be in crisis and they may be without adequate food or clothing. Helping children or people...

During the holidays, many people turn their thoughts to helping those less fortunate. These days more and more people are finding themselves with very little to give, and yet still desire to lend...

The Oregon Trail food stamp program (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program as of January 1, 2010), provides free food for low-income residents by means of the Oregon Trail electronics benefits...

When times are tough, getting government assistance to help pay the bills can be a viable option for those who qualify. Most government programs that assist citizens financially are for disabled...

Making do with nothing and getting by with little is about as hard as it can get financially. And despite how you feel right now understand that you are not alone. Here’s how to make it through...

The food stamp program was put into effect to assist needy families with purchasing groceries. There are strict guidelines to which you must adhere in order to be eligible to receive food stamp...

In this economic downturn when unemployment is at record levels, most people believe they are unable to help others because they are struggling themselves. Here is how to help others at little or...

Most grants, whether from government or private foundation sources, are intended to help low-income individuals and families. Grants are awarded to non-profit agencies, schools, and...

Resources for a nonprofit business are out there if you know where to look. Government grants are available to help with monetary needs, and resources for utilities are offered. There are many...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as "food stamps," is a federally subsidized program administered locally by each state. Actual food stamps are no longer given...

Children going to bed hungry. It is sad but happens more often than one may think. It's not just the third world counties, it is happing right here in America. In this great land there are many...

The Food Stamp Program was started to help feed underprivileged people in the United States. They are a basic form of cash provided to low income families and/or individuals to help purchase...

The Federal Food Stamp Program was renamed as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as of Oct. 1, 2008, and continues to fight hunger in impoverished households. The food stamp...

Food pantries provide needy people with food, usually at no cost to those being fed. Food pantries often are run by churches and community groups that wish to reach out to those in need. In order...

Community service and volunteer work are great for building character, confidence, self-worth and even a resume. Helping others can leave you with a sense of satisfaction and a feeling of giving...

The food stamp program was put into place to assist low income and no income families with the purchase of edible items. Food stamps are part of the government's welfare program but the...

Community resources are a group of services and/or assistance programs that are provided to the members of a community for free or at an affordable price. Each resource is made available to...

"In Haiti, it is a major accomplishment for a child to survive long enough to mark his or her first birthday. In fact, one of every 14 infants in Haiti never reaches that milestone," according to...

Low-income families are faced with a host of different challenges. Feeding, clothing, sheltering and entertaining children can be very difficult on a small or non-existent budget. However, there...

Food stamps, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP) as it is now called, is a government program that helps low income families buy the food they need for good health. Benefits are...

The successful operation of a food pantry obviously depends upon a regular supply of donated food products. However, in order for a food pantry to serve the needs of those individuals and families...

The FDA, or Food and Drug Administration, regulates and oversees health guidelines in the United States. A division of the department of Health and Human Services, the FDA plays a key role in...

To donate food in your area, you have to know which group takes what. This is easy to determine, and maybe within a few minutes you will have your answer.

I believe, that most people want to be self sufficient. When you are out of work and out of money, you may have to humble yourself to find assistance, to feed your family. There are avenues where...

If you are thinking about applying for food stamps, there are a few qualifications you must meet first. Here is how you can qualify for food stamps and get government assistance with food to feed...

If you are in need of public assistance in the form of food benefits, you can contact your local food stamps office and apply for benefits. If you have any problem locating your local office, call...

There are a myriad of options to help you raise funds for your nonprofit, even if you're on a tight budget. Creative ideas draw people's attention, helping your nonprofit to raise more money. And...

There are children the world over who need help with meeting their most basic needs. In a country where food fights and eating contests are common it is easy to miss the big picture. The...

Raise money '50s style with a '50s-themed dinner-dance party. With careful preparation, it is easy to make this experience one that everyone, old and young, will find worth the price. Profits...

Most Senior Citizens have an income based on their three highest earning from a life-time of work. How about women who have always stayed home and raised the children, they only get SSI, which is...

If you clip coupons, you know those little pieces of paper add up quickly. Especially the ones you aren't using! Coupon clippers probably all share the same problem I have with expiring coupons -...

Many companies encourage their employees to donate to charity, but raising money for charitable endeavors in the workplace can present challenges as some employees may feel pressured to...

Pasta dinners are profitable and memorable fund-raisers if done well. After one successful dinner, these events often become traditions patrons look forward to year after year.

Carnivals are a great way to get a community to support your organization. Families enjoy attending carnivals because they can be a day of fun for children as well as a way to support a good...

Cash-strapped families can turn to numerous resources for assistance. These include government-sponsored food stamps, the WIC program, charity-run food banks, and in dire situations, free meals...

In every state different organizations are asking for donations or food items. These items go to help the low income individuals that are struggling and don't have money to buy food for the month....

The food stamp program is now called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, but the program is still exactly the same. The program offers benefits to people with low-incomes who...

If you are one of those people that want to help the homeless but cannot afford to send money to charities every month then don't worry. You can still help the homeless in your area without...

When considering a fundraiser, ideas involving food inevitably come to mind. While there are traditional food fundraisers such as bake sales and cake walks, adding a food booth to your event can...

Food pantries are a ministry of many churches across the country. They serve the needs of their community during times of natural disaster or personal crises, helping members and non-members...

Have you ever gone to bed hungry, because you did not have enough to eat? Have you ever had to put your children to bed hungry? If you have never experienced these things, you are blessed. But not...