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4 Things to Know About Why Summer is the Hungriest Time for Kids in America

July 11, 2017

(1) Summer is a time of need.  For some kids, summer is a time of joy and freedom. For millions of kids who rely on…

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Providing food, basic needs, and self-sufficiency programs in Fairfax County, VA

June 13, 2017

The Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC) serves the southeastern portion of Fairfax County, Virginia. LCAC’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in our…

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How GSH is Ending Homelessness in Fairfax through a Combination of Affordable Housing and Support Services

April 4, 2017

Today’s fair market value of an average two-bedroom apartment in Fairfax County is $1,750/month. That means, a family must have $70,000 in income for housing…

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How DC Habitat is Empowering Families to Thrive through Stability, Equity, and Self-Reliance

April 4, 2017

Washington, D.C. is in the midst of a serious affordable housing shortage. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) considers housing to be affordable…

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Meals on Wheels America Statement on Budget Blueprint

March 17, 2017

March 16, 2017 – Today, the President sent his Budget Blueprint, also known as the “skinny budget,” to Congress with a plan to release further details in…

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Helping America’s Working Poor

January 18, 2017

Do I pay the rent or feed my children? Do I heat my home … or do I eat? These are some of the tough…

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Provide families with food and the opportunity to receive Christmas

November 15, 2016

This #GivingTuesday we are connecting the community with our annual Season of Giving initiative.  Every year, Christian HELP offers our clients the opportunity to receive…

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Breaking the Cycle of Poverty By Providing Nutritious Food, Education and Basic Essentials of Living

October 20, 2016

Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving…

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Providing Food, Basic Needs and Self-Sufficiency Programs to Families in Fairfax County, Virginia

October 19, 2016

Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving…

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Ending Childhood Hunger by Connecting Kids to Effective Nutrition Programs

October 5, 2016

Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving…

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Building Better Communities Through Affordable Homeownership

September 22, 2016

Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving…

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How Feed the Children is feeding bodies, minds and futures

September 19, 2016

Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving…

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