$65
allows us to distribute an average of 12-14 days of groceries per family, per month.
$263
of groceries a month changes a family’s health, learning capacity, and productivity at work.
In 2023, Feeding Hands provided over
$2,700,000
worth of groceries to feed insecure families.
99%
of each donated dollar supports the food program.
Multiply Your Impact.
We turn $1 into $6 of groceries.
As a light of hope in central New Jersey for families in need, there’s no better investment in the bright future of the children, seniors, veterans, and families who are served by Feeding Hands. Our staff and volunteers are tireless in providing care and nutrition to our guests. Giving financially to our mission is just one way you can get involved. Your donation helps us make your community a better place, one cart of groceries served with a smile at a time.
If you are looking to make a high impact with your hard earned money, partner with a high impact organization working to strengthen the fabric of our community.
How We Do It!
With the help of an army of community volunteers, our team rescues food from manufacturers, retailers and growers along with support from the Community Food Bank of NJ, so the majority of funds help cover the cost of the operation of our distribution model and the staff who make it all possible.
Donations
Become a Recurring Donor: We love one-time donations, but consider giving a monthly donation so our guest families never miss a meal. Online donation makes it quick and easy for you to feed a family each month.
If you prefer to donate via check, please make it out to “Feeding Hands”.
Mailing Address: 601 Route 206, Suite 26-217, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Feeding Hands is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Hillsborough, NJ
Federal Tax ID # is 47-2253408
Trust & Stewardship
Feeding Hands is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2014. Guided by our leadership team with oversight provided by our board of trustees, we hold transparency, accountability and stewardship as key values. As a recent measure of full year 2023, 99% of our $3.3 Million in revenue went directly towards the food program. Only 1% of funds collected went towards administration and fundraising purposes. We are also recognized by Charity Navigator as a Four-Star Charity with a 96% rating and have a Platinum rating on Candid.
Donate stock and securities:
Feeding Hands offers a tax-friendly way to donate by accepting appreciated stocks, bonds, ETF’s, mutual funds, or recommendations from your donor advised fund (DAF). Check with your financial advisor on this tax-advantageous strategy for securities held at least one year that is a win for you as a donor and a win for Feeding Hands. While Feeding Hands gets the full value of your stock donation, you as a donor get benefits of tax deduction / reduction. Contact us to get our Charles Schwab account number and arrange transfer.
Gift Matching Programs
Don’t forget to check if your donation can be multiplied! Feeding Hands qualifies for most corporate matching programs. See if your employer has a matching program below. This simple act can double (or more!) your generosity.
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