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Causes: Disaster Aid, Disaster Preparedness & Relief Services, Food, Food Banks & Pantries, Human Service Organizations, Human Services
Mission: Gleaning For The World seeks to share God's love at home and around the world, through the efficient delivery of high-quality, life-saving supplies to victims of poverty and devastation by connecting corporate surplus to critical needs.
Results: In 18 years of service, Gleaning For The World has placed more than $500 million worth of life-saving supplies into the hands of those who need them most. Millions of hungry children, sick parents and displaced families have been helped by Gleaning in 21 states and 57 countries. Charity Navigator has awarded GFTW with its highest honor, 4-stars, for four consecutive years for sound fiscal management. Forbes has rated GFTW as one of the top four charities in the nation with 100% financial efficiency and charitable commitment.
Target demographics: those devastated by poverty, famine, natural and man-made disasters.
Direct beneficiaries per year: thousands of refugees, malnourished children, families impacted by disastersand impoverished women
Geographic areas served: Worldwide
Programs: humanitarian aid, comfort and hope