Giving a helping hand
Caring about those in need
Making a difference in people's lives

We provide practical assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and recipients of public assistance, as well as the "working poor" who are vulnerable to economic crises and have fallen between the cracks of other programs.

The Ministry is supported by local churches, synagogues, civic groups, private grants, and many individuals within our community. They provide financial support, volunteers, and donations of food, clothing, and other items.

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FOOD PANTRIES SERVING WORKING POOR
(Chicago Tribune, April 25, 2004)
Food pantries in rural, suburban, and urban areas nationwide are experiencing rising demand for their services, and the working poor comprise the fastest growing segment of their consumers. The working poor are Americans who have trouble paying monthly bills and buying groceries. Robert Forney, CEO of America's Second Harvest, says that for the 40 million Americans falling into this category, "The option of [earning] a living wage and benefits? Forget it." The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities recently reported that 43 million people are living in low-income working families with children.