A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF FOOD FOR THE POOR

         Food For The Poor is the second-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 for children, and much more.

         Since its inception, Food For The Poor has provided more than $4.8 billion in aid and has built more than 46,000 homes for the destitute. Total support received in 2007 was more than $1 billion, with fundraising and administrative costs comprising only 3.22% of expenses – the organization’s lowest ration ever. More than 96% of all donations received go directly to programs that benefit the poor.

         In 2007, 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 extensive standards of America’s most experienced charity evaluator, the Better Business Bureau.

 

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