About me: Food For The Poor is the third-largest international relief organization in the United States, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy; the organization serves the poorest of the poor in 16 countries throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Founded in 1982, Food For The Poor is an interdenominational ministry that not only provides food for the starving, but also builds small houses for the destitute, digs water wells for parched villagers, provides medicine and medical equipment for the sick and elderly, supports orphanages and education for children, and much more. Since its inception, Food For The Poor has provided more than $3 billion in aid and has built more than 40,000 homes for the destitute. Total support received in 2006 was $861.9 million, with fundraising and administrative costs comprising less than 4% of expenses. More than 96% of all donations received went directly to programs that benefit the poor.In 2006, Forbes magazine rated Food For The Poor as having an efficiency level of 96% in charitable commitment and 97% in fundraising efficiency. In addition, Food For The Poor received the highest possible ratings from industry observers: four stars from Charity Navigator and five stars from Ministry Watch. Food For The Poor is also proud to meet the extensive standards of America’s most experienced charity evaluator, the Better Business Bureau.
What is CSD?
Church and School Development (CSD) provides opportunities for churches, schools, or other groups to donate money to fund projects to help the poor.
· assist in finding suitable projects for churches to sponsor
· assist with ideas for fundraising
What can CSD do for YOU?
· help you to help others
· create a feeling of goodwill and community within your church, school, or business
· the charity of your church, school, or business increases visibility and awareness
· through a church project, your congregation becomes stronger in its unity
· a church or business can take “ownership” of a particular project, strengthening the bond between members or co-workers
· funding a project helps congregations become more well-rounded and helps parishioners in their own spirituality
Who I'd like to meet:
For More information on our Operation Starfish and our 40 Days of Thanks program taking place from October 14-Thanksgiving Day November 22. Please call 877-654-2960 ext.6988
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