MATTHEWS CROSSING
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Matthew's Crossing continues to reach out to more of the working poor each year that need some help when they just can't make ends meet. We are so thankful to have wonderful volunteers and supporters that help us to make a difference in the community.
The real success for us is when a family that we've helped in the past comes back to donate food to help other's because they are working again and want to give back. Priceless!!
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization beyond what is required of board members?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you tell others about this organization?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
Matthew's crossing has made great progress in the past year. We now provide an extra weekly bag of groceries to 100 to 150 clients. Our holiday dinners will be available for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. We now are able to provide :infant bags" containing needed supplies for infants to toddlers.
One of the most helpful additions is our new computers. When a server is added (soon, I hope) it will make logging in clients much faster.
We are blessed with a generous and supportive community.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Seeing clients receive much needed help.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Concentrate our efforts completely in food distribution
I have been a volunteer at Matthew's Crossing Food Bank since we begin as a church sponsored organization in 2001. This project has provided a win win situation. It provides food for hungry families and gives me the opportunity to meet wonderful, hard working clients who just need a little help. Though we are no longer church sponsored, the positive atmosphere remains a key practice. Good people helping good people! How much better can that get!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
yes
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Have more funds to stay open more.
I had the privlage to work as a volunteer at Matthews crossing food bank this year and was extreamly impressed with the staff and their comittment to help our community. I can no longer work as a volunteer but will support this great organization in any way I can.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Knowing that people are not going hungry.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I think more people could be helped by expanding.
Matthews-Crossing is a small treasure I found one year ago, when it drew me in as a volunteer. As the newest member of my team, I have great admiration for this group. I believe most of them have been there since its inception, and they are truly dedicated, kind and generous. Matthews-Crossing provides assistance without delving into clients' personal lives and without prejudice. We get people from all backgrounds and levels of society, and all are graciously welcomed and given the same respect as any other citizen walking through our doors. Our clients are treated with dignity, which is evident by the numerous compliments they give us, and for that we are grateful. When they cry, we try to reassure them, and when they're exuberant because they just found a job, we share in their joy. But we also know they need more than food to sustain themselves, so our volunteers often bring in diapers, hygiene products, books, and little extras that make such a big difference to every day living; things many people just take for granted. When the summer heat reaches 115 degrees, we make sure there are bottles of water for them, especially our homeless clients, and those walking or riding bicycles. I like to think of Matthews-Crossing as a little oasis for the people going through difficult times.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Just in the year I've been there, we've moved to a larger space, which means we have more room for food donations, and in the summer, people can wait inside, instead of out in the heat. My personal experience is that I go home feeling thankful for what my Creator has given me, and rewarded to have met some very unique people.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Get more information out to the community and let them know what we're doing. Perhaps in this way we can get more funding and assistance from clubs and citizens.
I have been volunteering at Matthew's Crossing Food Bank almost since it's inception and have watched it grow in the numbers of people that we are able to serve. We turn no one away and help fill the needs of our clients both physically and emotionally. Our goal is to serve the communities needy and bring smiles and hope to each and every one who comes through our doors.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
In seeing the gratitude of those we serve.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Hold drives for specific items ie diapers, baby food items, hygiene items (tooth paste, tooth brushes) etc.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Likely
What one change could this group make that would improve your volunteer experience?
Keep the volunteers informed of the number of people served each month (put copies of reports on the bulletin board)
Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)
Helped teach me patience.
How did this volunteer experience make you feel?
Good
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Last holiday season Matthew’s Crossing was the recipient of our companies food drive. This organization is community focused and we could clearly see the positive impact our contributions made. The Staff at Matthew’s Crossing is delightful to work with. They provided great stewardship in aligning their needs with our season of giving program, creating a very positive response from office staff. The level of professionalism of the staff and the ability to fill a need in the community place Matthew’s Crossing on the top of our list of organizations to support.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Seeing the families picking up the food boxes that were created with our donation. Direct involvement with the community.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
None noted.
We own a teambuilding company and regularly hold philanthropic events where clients buy non-perishable food items, use them in a game, and then donate them. I had always donated to the larger food banks and then discovered Matthews Crossing - and there was no going back. At all times, I have found them to be warm, welcoming and helpful - especially when unloading 8,000 food items!! Keep up the great work!
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Observing how they interact with people in every situation. They are compassionate and passionate about the community they serve!
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Continue to work through large companies (like the Chase campaign) to gain more exposure.
I have worked with Matthew's Crossing for almost 2 years and my appreciation for the good work that they do for our community has grown each day. There are dedicated people volunteering their time and effort towards making a difference. The care and respect shown clientel is wonderful and heartwarming.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
participating and seeing the positive impact on individuals in need.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
increase youth volunteers.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have been active with Matthew’s Crossing for several years. I volunteered when this started as a small food bank giving food out of a church kitchen. It has been heartwarming to see this organization move forward to the excellent non-profit organization it is today. There have been many times when I have handed a bag of groceries to a person and seen the tears of gratitude running down their cheeks. There is no more joy for a volunteer than giving a teddy bear to a child and seeing their face light up and their eyes shine. My husband has served on the board of Matthew’s Crossing and we support all the good they are doing in our community. M &M Flinkman
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
As a donor, volunteer and board member. I have watched them grow and seen the comfort they bring the needy
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Expand their ablity to make a success of Kid's Cafe to help children after school to be both fed and helped with their home work.
I have been donating to Matthew's Crossing for two years and always receive help and gratitude from the volunteer staff. The recent move to a larger center has helped in having more storage area to accomadate the larger demand of clients who are in need of food and other supplies. The Kids Cafe project is trying to raise funds to be able to help children in need of a place to go after school is out. Any assistance to this project will be greatly appreciated. I have also volunteered in stocking bags for the supplemental food day. This is a very worthy cause and needed charity in our community. Aimee, the executive director is very knowledgable and thankful person to work with. Aimee is also very easy to communicate with if she is not available by phone, she can be reached by email. Aimee is dedicated to helping the those in need.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Watching people pick up food and expressing their gratitude to the volunteer staff.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Find a larger facility to help with the expanding need in the community and also a location that is easier to get in and out of with a vehicle.
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Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
What specific problem, purpose, priority, or project prompted your gift?
The hot summer months in Arizona, prompted the bottled water drive.
Why did you make your donation at this time?
Donations are made in July usually.
What would you tell others about this organization?
I would ask them to consider donating money or food items to those that would like to donate. I would recomend to friends and family that know people in need of help to stop in and receive the food bags that are available.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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