New Community Counseling And Ministries
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TOP-RATED 2011
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Target demographics: Veterans, Disabled, Seniors, Adults and low-income families experiencing a significant life crises in the west, southwest and far west suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.
Someone who had 3 hours of volunteer time could: Deliver Food To a Cancer Patient, senior or someone recovering from major surgery.
Geographic areas served: Midwest, mostly Illinois
Mission:
Offering a 'hand-up" holistic, housing and food program designed to reward responsible decisions and healthy living.
Results:
Helping families get through financial and significant crises healthy, organic fruits, vegetables and other products. We also have provided hundreds of smiles, toys, gift cards, even appliances and electronics to families experiencing extraordinary hardships during the holiday season through our Adopt-A-Family program.
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When I found myself very short of money during the summer, I decided it was time for me to start exploring other alternatives to buying food. This is an excellent avenue for purchasing the same quality food that I would normally purchase with significantly less cost. This organization is unique ...
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Christine C.
12/14/11
In 2007, I was forced off my job and lost my primary source of income. I never in a million years imagined this would happen. I was in shock. I applied for food stamps but only received benefits for one month. I swallowed my pride and visited my local food pantry. It was a degrading experience. A ...
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lswarup
12/12/11
I joined Food thing Network to complete some court appointed hours. The number of hours that I required were very small therefore most organizations refused to help me. Also considering my situation they were exterenly rude. Unlike other places I found the staff of this organization extremly helpful...
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