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It's a non-profit organization that has developed a unique food outreach program. Once a month, using high-volume buying and volunteer labor to cut costs, they are able to make boxes of food available to the public at a fraction of the normal cost.
- Where & when did Angel Food get started?
In a single small church just east of Atlanta, GA about 12 years ago, Angel Food helped 34 families in the first month, handing out food from the Pastor's back porch. It has now grown to hundreds of locations in over 30 states. Recently, over 400,000 boxes were distributed in a single monthly cycle.
- How is Angel Food different from other food programs or food banks?
First, there are no applications, no income restrictions or other requirements to be met, etc. People can order one box or many. Second, this is fresh, name-brand foods, not just another "give-away" program using commodities or outdated foods. Third, it's not really a food bank, since all the food is distributed on a single day. And since people are required to pay something for the food, they retain a sense of dignity often taken from them by other programs.
- Who can benefit from the program?
Everyone! While it's terrific for those in the most difficult financial situations, (in fact, we are approved for the Food Stamp program), it is also designed as a tool for those who want to stretch their budget in order to be able to give more, or who are trying to save money to reduce their debt. And we have countless people who are doing very well financially, but buy several boxes to give to those in need. It's a great way for the average person to do a little each month to help others!
- How & when did come to be involved in Angel Food?
- How many people are currently being helped in Kansas and surrounding states?
- How can I order the food, or get more information?
Visit our website at www.maywoodchurch.org , and click on the "AngelFood" menu item, then on the Angel Food link. You'll find links to the current month's "menu" as well as an on-line orderform.
- If I want to volunteer to help with this program, what should I do?
Just call or email one of the Maywood Angel Food Ministrires volunteers.
- If a church wants to apply to become a host site, what should they do?
Goto www.angelfoodministries.org
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