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In these days of economic uncertainty, emergency food banks are being stretched to their limits, trying to help everyone who needs food and is having trouble buying it. There are more hungry people and families than ever before, due to job loss and financial crises of all kinds. Many children are not getting the nutritious food they need for growth and good health. Local emergency food banks exist to help them all.
Not only are food banks having to help more people than ever, they are finding that business donations of food and money are becoming smaller, due to the same economic woes. It is up to individuals and groups to take steps to help fill the gap. Perhaps you put a can of food into the food bank barrels from time to time, or give a dollar or two here and there. You can do much more than that, perhaps even have a bit of fun while you do it, and feel really good that you did.
First of all, get to know your local emergency food bank. They can be attached to churches or the like, or be free standing organizations. Find out where they are and what they need. One thing food banks can usually always use are volunteers. They pick up donations, unload and stack cans and boxes, interview and help clients, bag bulk foods into smaller portions, or sweep the floors.
Start food drives. If you belong to a church, club, or civic organization, you have a ready-made contributor base. Think up some catchy slogan to generate extra interest for your drive; for example, have a Soup-er Bowl Sunday at your church or club, where people bring a can of soup on the day of the Super Bowl. Hold a movie night or dance where the admission is a can of food.
If you have a green thumb, consider raising a garden in your back yard or at a community garden, and donate a portion or all of your harvest.
Contributions of money are always needed, especially if a food bank has to pay rent. Hold a garage sale, a walk-a-thon, or sell lemonade.
Thanks for volunteering, keep it up!
What else can I help you with?
Is there an emergency food bank in Lemoore, CA?
It looks like Lemoore is small enough that you'll have to go to nearby Fresno to get food. Here's a food bank that can help there: http://communityfoodbank.net/GetHelp.aspx
I'm looking for a food bank in Oakland in Pittsburgh, pa. Can anyone help me There is a young woman in need of food.?
The closest food bank I can locate to Oakland is the Montrose Emergency Food Bank. It's at 10 Public Avenue in Montrose. [570]278-9218.
How to Utilize Emergency Food Banks for Your Family?
There’s nothing worse for a family than falling on hard times and realizing you simply don’t have enough money to buy groceries and have little to no food in the house. But, there is a short-term solution while you are trying to get your family’s finances back on track - local emergency food banks will often provide at least a few days worth of food for your family, so you can eat while seeking out long-term help. A quick look in your local yellow pages will often yield at least a few listing of local social service organizations, these places often have emergency food banks or can point you in the right direction to find them. Make sure you have all documentation necessary to prove your situation to local emergency food banks. There are many food pantries that do not ask for documentation besides a photo id or copy of a utility bill, others will want more detailed information before providing food. Usually photo id for head of household, a copy of utility bills and rental agreement or lease is needed. Some places may require social security cards. Make sure you have all of these documents at the ready when asking for assistance, this will help you get assistance quicker and will help the emergency food bank ensure that you are not committing fraud. Some emergency food banks require a referral from a local department of human services, church or other organization before providing help. Be willing to tell you situation to anyone and everyone to get help. Some churches also have emergency food banks or pantries certain times of the month, this is especially helpful if you are already a member of the church, although most churches will provide help to non-members. Even if they do not have a food pantry, it doesn’t hurt to ask local churches if they know of any emergency food banks - most will have a list they can provide you of places that will help your family. Being in a position of having to ask for help is difficult, but sometimes necessary. Follow any requirements your local emergency food bank has and they will be happy to help your family get through a difficult time.
What can you do to help child hunger in America?
You can donate money or food to your local Good Shepard Food Bank or any shelter.
A person needing food?
A person needing food could go to a local food bank, apply for government asisstance, ask for help from a church, or ask for help from a friend or family member.
Make a sentence using the word transfer?
I had all my money stolen whilst on holiday, I asked my insurance company to transfer emergency funds to a local bank to help me get by.
How can people help the families in Chile that are hungry?
We can give to them bye donating too a local food bank! it would mean a lot to them.
Which emergency services does Med Alert notify in an emergency?
Med Alert notifies the local authorities, the local EMS, and your local fire department in case of an emergency. Depending on what the emergency is one of the three (or all of the three) services will be sent to your location to help you.
Where can I find donated food for low income families?
Most communities have local emergency food banks, contact your city government office to see if they know where any are. Also, many churches have food programs to help the community.
Are their any emergency in talequah,Ok?
Your local Salvation Army will be able to help you.
Which bank is the best bank for me?
Findabetterbank is a good website to go to to find statistics on your local banks and help you decide which local banks are the best.
i need a shelter to goto for free i am homeless and jobless please help me.?
Contact the social services branch in your area and request emergency housing and living assistance. You will probably need to supply documents showing your low income status, but you are likely to qualify for emergency food stamps and they can help you find temporary housing or a shelter. Local churches are often happy to help provide food and shelter too.
