"HUNGER, INC is a volunteer organization providing temporary food

assistance to residents of Perry Township and Beech Grove."

1416 E. Epler Ave

Indianapolis, IN 46227

Phone: (317)782-3321

 

WHO DOES HUNGER, INC SERVE?

Since 1983 Hunger, Inc has been distributing food at no cost to residents of Perry Township and Beech Grove.The purpose of Hunger, Inc. is to provide food to those who demonstrate an immediate need. The clients who come to Hunger, Inc for help have faced a variety of crises such as unemployment, unexpected medical bills or a reduction in their income.Those who are assisted receive enough food to last several days.The Perry Township Trustee's Office frequently refers clients to Hunger, Inc while they are waiting for foodstamps or unemployment aid. Hunger, Inc is able to bridge the gap while clients await government assistance. In 2006 more than 82,000 lbs. of food were given out by the pantry to feed more than 9,000 people.

HOW DOES HUNGER, INC OPERATE?

Hunger, Inc is a nonprofit, incorporated agency. Food donations to Hunger, Inc come from many southside organizations, churches, schools, businesses and individuals. Monetary donations are used to obtain additional food, when needed. Donated money is also used to pay the utility and maintenance bills of the pantry. No donation is too small. Volunteer opportunities at Hunger, Inc include helping to distribute food to the clients when the pantry is open, picking up food donations or serving on the Board. There is always a need at Hunger, Inc for food donations (or money to purchase food) and for volunteers to help with serving the hungry.