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 a... more
MATTHEWS CROSSING
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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
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.
This food bank is one of the finest I've volunteered for. Our clients are so happy we are there for them. It's a real feel good place to volunteer.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The nice "give back" feeling from helping others.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Can't think of anything.
I volunteered for this non-profit shortly after moving to Arizona, and was very impressed by the operation. I have volunteered for many non-profit organizations, and was struck by how hard every worked to make the Matthews Crossing food bank a success for their community. I was also surprised by the variety of people in need of the food bank services. People from every race, age, and socioeconomic background came to fufill a basic necessity for their families. I am still proud to contribute through food donations and would love to volunteer for them again.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
witnessing how every one of the clients was given a friendly greeting and treated with kindness and respect.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
like them to expand their hours and operations to help as many people as possible. I especially want to see the upcoming Kidz Cafe become a reality. The kids will be provided with a healthy meal, tutoring and a safe, positive place to go after school.
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