We’re beyond thankful for the $25,000 grant from the The New York Community Trust - Long Island which will help us expand the reach of our Freeport satellite pantry. 🌟 This is a huge boost for our mission to get more food and resources to families in need across Long Island. Together, we’re creating real, lasting impact for those who need it most. #CommunitySupport #HungerRelief #LongIslandCares #PhilanthropyInAction #MakingADifference
Long Island Cares, Inc | The Harry Chapin Food Bank
Individual and Family Services
Hauppauge, New York 2,107 followers
Long Island's first food bank, serving Nassau and Suffolk counties.
About us
Founded in 1980 by singer, Grammy winning songwriter and social activist Harry Chapin, Long Island Cares Inc. - The Harry Chapin Food Bank is recognized by both The Emergency Food Assistance Program of the USDA (TEFAP) and the NYS Department of Health, Hunger Prevention Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP) as the regional food bank for Long Island. At Long Island Cares, we understand that it takes more than food to feed the hungry. Therefore, in addition to supplying nutritious food for hungry and food insecure Long Islanders when and where needed, we sponsor a wide variety of innovate direct service programs that help families achieve self-sufficiency. These programs include, but are not limited to: veterans services such as our VetsWork employment program, Baxter's Pet Pantry, children's nutrition programs such as AsparaGus's Children's Breakfast Food Truck, the Kids Café Food and Afterschool Mentoring Program, and the Pack It Up for Kids weekend meal program, and a variety of mobile outreach and food distribution services to ensure that homeless Long Islanders, disabled veterans, senior citizens and other populations for whom travel is difficult receive the services and assistance they need. Long Island Cares is a member of Feeding America. We are a BBB accredited charity and recently received Charity Navigator’s highest 4-star rating for the sixth consecutive year. We are proud to carry on Harry's legacy of tireless advocacy and effort on behalf of hungry and food insecure Long Islanders.
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http://www.licares.org
External link for Long Island Cares, Inc | The Harry Chapin Food Bank
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Hauppauge, New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- Hunger Relief, Advocacy, Nutrition & Hunger Education, Direct Service Programs, Child Nutrition, and Veterans Services
Locations
Employees at Long Island Cares, Inc | The Harry Chapin Food Bank
Updates
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We’ve been using our Mobile Food Assistance Unit (MFAU) to bring crucial support right to where it’s needed. 💪 Since 2010, our vans have been a game-changer, making it easier for Nassau and Suffolk residents to get the help they need without the hassle. Let’s keep pushing the envelope on community support: https://buff.ly/49BeHjR #CommunitySupport #LongIslandCares #FoodAssistance #LocalImpact #HungerRelief #MakingADifference
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We’re excited to share that from now until October 31st, $4 from every case of New Belgium Brewing products sold will be donated to support our neighbors on Long Island. Your purchase can make a real impact and help drive social change. 🌟 Learn more about how you can make a difference: https://buff.ly/3XuO5y3 #CorporateResponsibility #CommunityEngagement #LongIslandCares #HungerRelief #Philanthropy #LocalImpact #BusinessForGood
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Fill A Glass With Hope is making waves, thanks to your support. 🥛 Your generosity is helping us deliver fresh, nutritious milk to food banks, ensuring that individuals and families in need have access to this vital resource. Let's keep pushing forward and create even more positive change during Hunger Action Month. Together, we can make a real impact. https://buff.ly/3TbWaW4 #HungerActionMonth #CorporateGiving #FillAGlassWithHope #CommunitySupport #EndHunger #MilkForAll #Gratitude
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We’re sending a huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from SupplyHouse.com Melville! 🌟 They rolled up their sleeves and helped us get food out to our neighbors who need it most. Their time and dedication are truly inspiring. If you're looking for a way to give back and build stronger connections with the community, let’s talk. Together, we can make a lasting impact. https://buff.ly/47kcxnt #CorporateSocialResponsibility #VolunteersMatter #CommunityImpact #LeadershipInAction #LongIslandCares
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🌟 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month As we honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize the strength and resilience of the Hispanic and Latino communities on Long Island. At Long Island Cares, we work hand-in-hand to provide critical food assistance and resources to all affected communities. Let’s use this month to celebrate their contributions and create lasting change—together, we can ensure that no one goes hungry. #HispanicHeritageMonth #FoodSecurity #LongIslandCares #DiversityInAction #NonProfitLeadership #EndHunger #CommunityImpact
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Volunteer Group Appreciation! 🌟 We’re thrilled to highlight the fantastic volunteer work of @AARP Huntington at our warehouse! Their commitment is driving real change in our fight against food insecurity. Highlights of Their Impact: Total Food Sorted: 1,425 lbs Meals Provided: 1,183 Volunteer Hours: 2 A heartfelt thank you to the AARP team for your outstanding contribution! Your support helps us ensure that more families receive the essential nourishment they need. #VolunteerRecognition #CommunityImpact #HungerRelief #LongIslandCares #CorporateSocialResponsibility
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🌟 Embracing Positivity on National Positive Thinking Day 🌟 Positive thinking is a driving force behind innovation and community impact. At Long Island Cares, we believe that a positive mindset can lead to meaningful actions and solutions to end food insecurity. Let’s use the power of optimism to create lasting change. #NationalPositiveThinkingDay #Leadership #CommunityImpact #PositiveChange #LongIslandCares
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The future of hunger relief is in the hands of our youth. 🌟 This Hunger Action Month, we’re spotlighting students and young leaders who are taking bold action in the fight against food insecurity in our communities. Whether it’s organizing fundraisers or volunteering at local pantries, they are making real change. 💬 "I didn’t know much about poverty...It was heartbreaking to see the statistics and realize this is happening around us. " – Kate, Student Fundraiser Join us in celebrating their efforts and learn how you can get involved with to drive impact. https://buff.ly/4e4xSFc #HungerActionMonth #YouthLeadership #CorporateSocialResponsibility #EndHunger #NonProfitPartnerships
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🔮 Break the superstition cycle this Friday the 13th by supporting a powerful cause! Rather than worrying about bad luck, let’s focus on turning the tide for those facing food insecurity on Long Island. At Long Island Cares, we believe in creating our own fortune—by coming together to help others. Donate non-perishables today and make a real impact. Your good deed could be the luck someone else is counting on. Visit our pantries today: https://buff.ly/3VrgV1i #TurnTheTide #LongIslandCares #CorporateResponsibility #CommunityImpact #NonProfitLeadership #HungerRelief #Lucky13