Feed And Clothe My People Of Door County Inc

The THRIFT STORE provides clothing, some furniture, and small household items that are in good condition to clients free of charge or for a nominal cost depending upon their ability to pay. Additionally, every fall warm coats and jackets, hats, mittens and gloves that are in good condition are provided free of charge to those in need of outerwear. Local residents are encouraged to drop off new and/or gently used clothing or other household items at the Thrift Store, and in 2024 we were able to provide 700 pieces of clothing, many of which didn't even appear to have been worn, as well as at least 76 small household items and some very nice furniture to needy individuals. Some donated items are sold at the Thrift Store, and the revenues that are realized as the result of those sales help to defray operating expenses.

The BACKPACK BUDDIES Program is run by a team of very dedicated volunteers who pack small lunch bags with 5 nutritious snacks for needy children on a weekly basis. (The snacks are sent home inside the children's backpacks each weekend of the school year from October through May.) In order to participate in the BACKPACK BUDDIES Program children must qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch and have a parent sign a permission slip, but confidentiality is always maintained. Some children take extra bags home with them for their siblings who are between 2 and 8 years of age, and health information is always included with those bags. In 2024, 336 children benefitted from the BACKPACK BUDDIES Program.