Food for Others' mission is to obtain and distribute free food to the hungry of Northern Virginia and support food programs of other community-based organizations. We provide a channel for people to volunteer their services to help their neighbors in need.

Food for Others, the largest distributor of free food directly to people in need in Northern Virginia, provides the assistance vitally needed by our unemployed and low-income neighbors. We provide a safety net for people who suddenly face unforeseen emergencies such as a family illness or the loss of a job or a spouse.

Even though Northern Virginia is considered one of the wealthiest jurisdictions in the country, we still face a poverty rate of about 5%. This means, based on U.S. Census figures, that more than 90,000 people are living in poverty and 30 percent are children.

Food for Others is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit organization funded in part by the Fairfax and Arlington County governments. We also receive funding from foundations, churches and many generous individuals. A small but dedicated staff and the hard work of over 1,000 volunteers allow us to keep our costs low and maximize our service to those in need.

Financial contributions to Food for Others are tax-deductible.  Donors will receive a tax receipt acknowledgement of their donation.

As an organization dedicated to sound fiscal management and transparency, we are providing easy access to our IRS 990, Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax . For additional information about Food for Others, please see our Annual Report.

 

See the Spririt of Giving in Action!

Remember, every little bit helps! 

Please watch the following video to see Ian's effort to help his neighbors in need.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYzi4fzVMK8

 
Catalogue For Philanthropy

 

Food for Others is honored to display the stamp of approval of the Catalogue For Philanthropy as "One of the Best" small charities in the Washington, DC region. 

To see the Catalogue listing, click here.

Upcoming Events

 

Friday, April 9, 2010

Empty Bowls

St. John Neumann Catholic Church

11900 Lawyers Rd., Reston

 

Monday, May 24, 2010

7th Annual

Food for Others Golf Tournament

Springfield Golf and Country Club

 

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FY 2009 Annual Report