The Ministry
Our Food Outreach ministry, and its companion Soup Kitchen ministry, simply make a human effort to follow Christ’s directive to feed the hungry. There is no cost to our clients. Every contribution, whether time, money, or food, directly benefits our clients.
The Good News Outreach food distribution program is directed and operated with volunteers. We serve more than 225 families representing more than 1,000 people in the greater Tallahassee area, bringing them regular deliveries of food boxes. In addition, special holiday meals at Christmas and Thanksgiving, gifts at Christmas, and Easter baskets reinforce both our presence and the greater presence of Christ as the true director of the ministry.
Annually, our volunteers distribute about 100 tons of food to needy people in and around Tallahassee.
We identify clients from church and nonprofit organizations and personal references. Many clients do not have reliable transportation. Each potential client must assure us they have a legitimate need for our service.
Food is donated by Publix and other supermarkets, area businesses such as Heavenly Hams, received from local food drives, and purchased from the Second Harvest Food Bank and USDA programs.
We have a centralized storage facility and several areas for storage for both perishable and non-perishable food.
In order to devote all resources to acquisition and distribution of food, we utilize a cadre of 25-35 volunteers to assemble and deliver food boxes on ten regular monthly routes. The volunteers are more than delivery persons, they become regular members of the families they visit. They help in many ways by listening, offering suggestions and solutions, and providing hope.
Our Ongoing Needs
There are plenty who need our help – more than 50-thousand in north Florida are under nourished. In order to grow by 10-15% each year, our ministry must have volunteers to physically carry food and the message of God’s love to needy citizens. By delivering, we bypass a regular difficulty for most: the inability to come to us.
Since we deliver, we need volunteers who are also willing to spend a few minutes with clients, if they ask. Usually, a volunteer spends 5 hours a month. Families sometimes find it inspirational and instructional for their children to participate. We provide specific information and detailed directions.
By its nature, the volunteer group changes as people’s situations change. This creates our most constant need.
Thankfully, through the generosity of Tallahassee people and their businesses, we seldom lack for food.
Your Contact Person:
Food Distribution Director Terry Case
(850) 412-0016
