Feeding the Hungry | Family Support Program

No one in our community should go hungry.

A woman and a young boy preparing food together in the kitchen, with the woman cutting vegetables and the boy sitting on the counter watching and smiling.

At Uplift Community Outreach, we believe every family deserves access to healthy, nutritious food. Through our Feeding the Hungry program, we provide groceries and meals for families facing hardship in Tallahassee.

How to Receive Food Assistance

  • To request food support:

    Call our referral line-833-GET-HOPE (438-4673)

    A partner agency will take your information and send us a referral.

    Once approved, our team will contact you with pickup instructions.

    📌 Please note: We are unable to accept direct requests without a partner referral.

Program Overview

  • This program serves:

    • Families experiencing food insecurity

    • Individuals facing temporary financial hardship

    • Seniors on fixed or limited incomes

    • Community members referred by partner organizations

    Services are provided with respect, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.

  • Feeding the Hungry operates through a flexible, partnership-based model that may include:

    • Grocery and food distributions

    • Community food support events

    • Partnerships with local organizations, churches, and food providers

    • Resource referrals when additional assistance is needed

    Program activities may vary based on community need, funding, and available resources.

  • Goals

    • Reduce food insecurity among participating households

    • Provide reliable access to nutritious food

    • Support household stability during times of need

    Outcomes (Measured Annually)

    • Number of individuals and families served

    • Number of food distributions conducted

    • Estimated meals or grocery supports provided

    These outcomes help guide program improvement and inform funders and community partners.

How to Get Involved

Receive Support

Community members seeking food assistance may contact us to learn about upcoming distributions or available support.

Volunteer

Volunteers assist with:

  • Food distribution support

  • Event setup and coordination

  • Outreach and logistics

Support This Program

Financial contributions help sustain food distributions, supplies, and partnerships that make this program possible.

Since 2018, Uplift has helped provide thousands of meals to families in Tallahassee.