Food For The Poor
President & CEO
EVP and Chief Development Officer
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
EVP & Chief Marketing Officer
EVP & Chief Strategy and Impact Officer
EVP & General Counsel Officer
EVP & Chief Administrative Officer
EVP Church Alliances Officer
EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
EVP & Chief Information Officer
Annual Reports
Audited Satements
Public Disclosure
Audited Statements
Prayer
Faith
Water
Children
Healthcare
Malnutrition
Poverty
Housing
Country
Learn about our program
Sponsor a child
Programs and Process
Build rapport with a child
View or print our AOH brochure
Angels of Hope Questions
Donors
Our work
Giving
Business to Business
Legacy
DAF
Become a Champion
Employer Match
Donate Securities
Give the Gift of Hope
CFC #10328
Company Contribution
Donate Reward Points
Ebay - Giving Works
Gift Cards
MIAMI, FLA. (Mar. 13, 2024) “In response to the escalating violence in Haiti, organizations in South Florida are working to provide aid to families in need. Food for the Poor in Coconut Creek has everything from food and water to medical equipment, ready to go the politically unstable country, but organizers say they are running […]
DAVIE, FLA. (Mar. 14, 2024) “As violence continues to grip Haiti, organizations based in South Florida are mobilizing efforts to provide much-needed assistance to affected families. Among them, Coconut Creek’s Food for the Poor stands ready with essential supplies ranging from food and water to medical equipment.” To read the full article, click here.
GREENSBURG, IND. (Feb. 19, 2024) “Oldenburg Academy has announced the success of its recent fundraising efforts during Catholic Schools Week. The OA community collected funds to contribute to the construction of 52 single-dwelling homes in the village of Cucuyagua, Honduras… “It is always delightful to witness the spirit of giving within our OA community as we endeavor […]
GUYANA (Feb. 19, 2024) “IN a bid to fortify educational resources in the Berbice community, Starr Computers has made a significant stride by donating Smart Labs to two pivotal institutions:- the Guyana Police Force Academy Berbice Campus and the New Amsterdam Technical Institute. This philanthropic endeavour, in collaboration with Food for the Poor Guyana Inc. […]
GUYANA (Feb. 19, 2024) “Food For The Poor (Guyana) Inc (FFTP) in partnership with Starr Computers and St Francis Community Developers donated two new upgraded Information Technology Labs to Region Six. According to a press release, the labs, located at the New Amsterdam Technical Institute and the Guyana Police Force Training Academy, represent a significant […]
PRESCOTT, AZ (Feb. 7, 2024) “Father Gary Norman, a senior priest of the Diocese of Yakima, who was being treated at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center following an auto accident and subsequent stroke Jan. 22, died on Jan. 31, 2024, at the medical center. …Father Norman was 79 and had been living in Prescott, […]
HAITI (Jan. 27, 2024) “A memorandum of understanding was signed on Friday, January 26, 2024, between Taiwan and Food For The Poor Haiti for the donation of 8,240 tons of rice. Several personalities, including the Taiwanese ambassador, Wen-Jiann KU, the Executive Director of Food for the Poor Haiti, Mario Nicoleau, took part in the signing […]
HONDURAS (Feb. 2, 2024) “The renowned Honduran journalist, Neida Sandoval, during her visit to the industrial capital of Honduras, San Pedro Sula, celebrated, together with authorities from the Municipality of Sampedrana, her connection with the Cepudo and Food For The Poor organizations.” To read the full article, click here.
HONG KONG (Jan. 27, 2024) Throughout 2023, the human rights landscape in Haiti has been profoundly marred. According to human rights defender, Gérald Guillaume, a shocking 155 rapes were recorded in the department of Grande Anse, with an overwhelming 139 involving minors. This distressing statistic is a stark reminder of the depth of the crisis […]
HONDURAS (Feb. 2, 2024) “Neida told Diario Tiempo that she was very happy with the reception she received from the San Pedro Sula mayor’s office. …in addition, she assured that she accepts the commitment to be an ambassador for Food For The Poor and CEPUDO.” To read more, click here.
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Sept. 16, 2024) – As Food For The Poor (FFTP) celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, it is proud to spotlight the story of Astre, a woman whose life has been profoundly shaped by the charity’s child sponsorship program, known as Angels Of Hope. Astre’s journey is one of resilience and triumph. Scarred […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Sept. 11, 2024) – Food For The Poor (FFTP) is partnering with Miami Spanish language Christian radio station Vida Unida to pack school supplies during Corazones Hispanos Unidos on Saturday, Sept. 28, in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. FFTP’s Coconut Creek warehouse, 6401 Lyons Road, will become an assembly line of […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Sept. 5, 2024) – For a quarter of a century, supporters of Food For The Poor’s Celebration of Hope Gala have been making dreams come true for vulnerable families in Haiti, providing them with the blessed gift of a safe and sturdy home. These dreams have materialized into reality as more than […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Aug. 26, 2024) – Sheila Hanlon Ravindran is Food For The Poor’s (FFTP) new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Ravindran is responsible for driving the charity’s information infrastructure, technology strategy, and digital transformation. Ravindran, who lives in Davie, Fla., joins FFTP’s executive leadership team with more than 30 years of […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Aug. 19, 2024) – Food For The Poor’s (FFTP) push to provide 10 million meals continues following the fifth annual National Celebration – We Are One, which was livestreamed Thursday from the charity’s Coconut Creek headquarters. With rising food insecurity exacerbated by economic challenges and natural disasters, the need for support has […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Aug. 16, 2024) – Garry Conille, interim Prime Minister of Haiti, was among the speakers during The Power of an Encounter, a digital workshop hosted Tuesday by Food For The Poor (FFTP) in partnership with the Episcopal Parish Network (EPN) and the South Florida Haiti Project (SFHP). Clergy and laity from across […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (July 30, 2024) – Contemporary Christian singer Blanca will give a special performance for Food For The Poor’s fifth annual National Celebration – We Are One, a virtual event with a goal to deliver 10 million meals to hungry children and families in Latin America and the Caribbean. The event will be […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (July 25, 2024) – Food For The Poor (FFTP) is proud to announce its approval as a partner of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA). The WEA is a network of churches in 143 countries that have joined to give a worldwide identity, voice, and platform to more than 600 million evangelical Christians. […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (July 15, 2024) – With their hearts and minds focused on helping the people of Jamaica, more than 100 volunteers donated their time on Saturday at Food For The Poor (FFTP) to pack disaster hygiene and women care kits for families in Jamaica recovering from Hurricane Beryl. As reggae music played in […]
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. (July 12, 2024) – Today, during a moving prayer service and celebration, Nativity Catholic Church, of Burke, Va., presented Food For The Poor President/CEO Ed Raine with a donation of $450,000 to support projects in Latin America and the Caribbean through the church’s Operation Starfish® campaign. The donation will fund the construction […]
This National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, Food For The Poor is excited to highlight our Hispanic team members who are dedicated to our mission of supporting those in need throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. For Ana Duarte, working at FFTP builds a stronger connection to her Colombian roots Born in […]
Food For The Poor celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions that define the vibrant communities in the countries where we serve. It is a powerful reminder of the resilience of heritage and the potential to shape the future through generational change. Driving Generational Change One of the most compelling […]
Why Is an Education Important in Child Sponsorship Programs? When we think of child sponsorship programs, images of smiling children receiving gifts and having their basic needs met often come to mind. However, the heart of a child sponsorship program like Food For The Poor’s Angels Of Hope program, goes beyond immediate relief. One of […]
Safe, sturdy housing is the foundation of building a new life for impoverished families. But how can such housing be constructed in both an efficient, and cost-effective manner? For families living in poverty, the term “home sweet home” is far from reality. Many families in Latin America and the Caribbean lack safe housing. According to […]
Addressing environmental sustainability isn’t just about protecting nature for its own sake. As the term implies, environmental sustainability focuses on promoting the well-being of the environment. A pillar of sustainable development, it promotes living in a way that doesn’t strain natural resources, an approach that helps maintain an ecological balance in our planet’s environment, benefiting […]
Disaster Preparedness in Latin America and the Caribbean Disasters can strike swiftly and unexpectedly, leaving impoverished communities in Latin America and the Caribbean vulnerable to devastation. In this blog post, we explore how Food For The Poor is building resilience and equipping communities with the tools and knowledge to withstand and recover from disasters effectively. […]
Volunteers Say There Are Several What are the benefits of volunteering at Food For The Poor, one of the largest international charities in the country? There are several benefits. Not only do you get to give back to others, but you have fun doing so, says Karen Krebs, a retiree and volunteer at the organization. […]
Water security is a growing concern across the globe as demand and climate variables rise. While the health, ecological, and economic benefits of safe water are often the focus of discussion, the transformative power of safe water lies in empowering communities. Water is a fundamental human need. We need it for drinking, cooking, bathing, washing, cleaning, growing food, […]
Donors provide access to health care and save lives Does Food For The Poor do more than provide food? Yes, we do! Together with donors, we provide access to health care throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. One of the many areas of need where Food For The Poor focuses its mission is on inadequate […]
Sustainable Development Means Teamwork Why give a person a fish to feed them for a day when you can teach an entire village to fish, sell the fish, and sustain their lives? This is what sustainable development does for the people Food For The Poor helps. Guided by a thorough monitoring and evaluation process, the […]
Radio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dhGDr_-fjE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7j3C2pPnU4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3Ucr_Z33Hs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8txDCifTxY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kKDIokxzqg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQ6tiDY6awg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XinZaaF3G6c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx42J08nfPI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAUH-fL28ug
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4HEhNEGtCs
Church Alliances
Be a Fundraiser
In person fundraiser
How to Join
Available Dates
Mission Trip Questions
Reviews
Social Media
Travel Info.
Education Assistance
Food Sustainability
Help a Family
Micro-Enterprise Bees
Mirco-Enterprise Farming
Nola's Story - Testimonial
Maria's Story - Testimonial
Coming Together
Comparte ésta imagen:
