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To coordinate the acquisition and distribution of food and basic essentials to the hungry and the needy through our network of non-profit, service agencies that provide directly for the needs of the hungry and the poor of our community. We also serve as the regional distribution site for USDA commodities. We also operate a Kids Cafe program.  We are a part of Feeding America, and have operated in Gainesville since 1987.

HRHF is an arm of Hope Rising Homes, Corporation (HRHC). Our mission is to give orphans, vulnerable and at-risk children a better life, by providing hope for a brighter future and a vision of life beyond their present vulnerable situations. HRHC strives to provide food, housing, education, and health care services; as well as rehabilitation, and clinical and faith-based counseling services to these needy children. HRHC aims to provide opportunities for the children to pursue either educational and/or job training, and other skill enhancements needed to become productive citizens. Additionally, by offering positive role models to guide and mentor these children, HRHC believes the children will overcome their negative pasts, and move on to bright and prosperous futures. We strongly believe that with the proper intervention, these children will thrive, develop to their full potential, and positively influence and contribute to their immediate communities and to the society at large.

Blessings in a Backpack mobilizes communities, individuals and resources to provide food on the weekends for elementary school children across America who might otherwise go hungry. Poor nutrition can result in a weaker immune system, increased hospitalization, lower IQ, shorter attention spans, and lower academic achievement. 69% of children in America are on free or reduced meals at their schools. Blessings in a Backpack is designed to feed these kids on the weekends by sending them home on Fridays with backpacks filled with staples that require little to no preparation. Starting at just $100, Blessings in a Backpack can feed a child for an entire school year. Since 2009, Blessings in a Backpack has provided 23.5 million hunger-free weekends for more than 838,000 children nationwide.

GEH is committed to building healthy, stronger neighborhoods by providing green, energy efficient, affordable housing options. We're committed to affordable housing and supportive services that transform neighborhoods and stabilize lives. Through collaborative partnerships we're focusing on a holistic approach in our communities.

AMOR HEALING KITCHEN PROVIDES HEALTHY, NUTRITIOUS MEALS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE FACING SERIOUS HEALTH CHALLENGES. THE MEALS ARE DELIVERED ONCE A WEEK TO THE CLIENTS' HOMES. THE PROGRAM IS PROVIDED FREE OF COST OR AT A VERY REDUCED RATE TO THOSE WHO ARE IN NEED OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.