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A Vision for Haiti

A Vision for Haiti

October 19, 2022October 20, 2022 RKD Digital

Each day, Food For The Poor Board Member Dr. Lynne Nasrallah contemplates the “Stations of the Cross” – the 14 stations that guide believers through the steps taken by Jesus from his condemnation to his burial and resurrection.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month: A Time of Reflection and Appreciation

National Hispanic Heritage Month: A Time of Reflection and Appreciation

October 14, 2022October 15, 2022 RKD Digital

Over the last month, Food For The Poor has taken great pride in acknowledging National Hispanic Heritage Month with articles about developments in the Hispanic countries where the charity works and with social media posts featuring FFTP team members of Hispanic descent and their passion for service.

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Giving Back: Volunteers Help FFTP, Build Connections, Make Memories

Giving Back: Volunteers Help FFTP, Build Connections, Make Memories

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 RKD Digital

Food For The Poor’s Volunteer Program continues to grow. Last month, more than 450 volunteers representing South Florida churches, businesses and community-minded individuals helped the charity assemble 116,640 MannaPack meals for families in need in Ukraine. Florida Atlantic University Owls women’s volleyball team was eager to pack meals at FAU Arena, its home gymnasium court. […]

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Good Things Come in Trees – Tree-Planting Project Thrives in Jamaica

Good Things Come in Trees – Tree-Planting Project Thrives in Jamaica

August 3, 2022August 3, 2022 RKD Digital

Across the island of Jamaica, areas once covered with shade trees and lush fruit trees are shockingly barren. Deforestation can ravage communities over time when people living in poverty and lacking other resources cut down trees in their desperate search for wood to cook with and build shelter. After years of tree felling, with no […]

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Called to Help: Change a Life Today

Called to Help: Change a Life Today

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 RKD Digital

Huddled together in a flimsy shack, Maria did her best to keep her four young children safe during heavy rains and bitterly cold nights. Many families experiencing extreme poverty in the Caribbean and Latin America like Maria’s live without a proper home and go hungry. Jobs are scarce and low-paying at best. All it takes […]

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Sharing the Inspiring Story of the FFTP Clergy Speakers’ Family

Sharing the Inspiring Story of the FFTP Clergy Speakers’ Family

June 14, 2022June 14, 2022 RKD Digital

Going to the annual Food For The Poor Clergy Speakers’ Convocation is like visiting family, like a spiritual retreat, like going to a continuing ed workshop. We speakers have joined a family. As family we share stories. Recently I shared the story of an assignment I had in February. The huge sign outside the church […]

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Behind the Scenes: Spicy Sustainability

Behind the Scenes: Spicy Sustainability

June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 RKD Digital

Representatives from our partner organization in Honduras, CEPUDO, picked us up at the airport and were thrilled to tell us we were immediately going to visit a new project. CEPUDO President Linda wanted to surprise us, so she kept us in suspense for the entire ride. A few hours outside of San Pedro Sula, we […]

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Life is Sweeter With Honey: Beekeeping Success Transforms Lives

Life is Sweeter With Honey: Beekeeping Success Transforms Lives

May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 RKD Digital

What can fly 15 miles per hour, loves flowers and supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals? It’s the humble honeybee! What better day to celebrate honeybees and beekeepers than May 20, World Bee Day? Bees play an essential role in sustainable agriculture and beekeeping is a key provider of jobs in rural communities. Many small-scale […]

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Volunteers at the Heart of Food For The Poor

Volunteers at the Heart of Food For The Poor

May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 RKD Digital

Volunteers have a hands-on way to give back through Food For The Poor’s new Volunteer Program. The charity officially launched the program in April with its first Hearts United Community Day, an event that brings together schools, churches, businesses and community-minded individuals. Throughout the year, FFTP hosts groups for small packing events and invites volunteers […]

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Hello world!

Hello world!

November 22, 2021November 5, 2021 RKD Digital

Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!

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