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The mission of the EAC Emergency Aid Coalition | |||
| Our programs are operated by a dedicated group of volunteers and include: FAMILY NIGHT @ EAC - New program on Monday evenings starting August 4, 2008 that provides groceries and clothing to working families in need. FOOD PANTRY - Provides groceries to families in need. Food is purchased from the Houston Food Bank and local grocery retailers. In addition, member congregations periodically sponsor food drives, and individuals underwrite the purchase of certain food items. In 2007, 4,973 sacks of groceries distributed by EAC volunteers helped feed 2,285 adults and 2,356 children. The Food Pantry also provides sack lunches to hungry people. In 2007, the EAC distributed 56,032 lunches to hungry men, women, and children. CLOTHING CENTER - Provides clothing items to families in need. In 2007, the EAC distributed clothing to 3,958 adults and 1,933 children. FAITHFUL FRIENDS - Helps individuals who are frail or disabled to remain independent. In 2007, 550 sacks of groceries were provided to 47 individuals. BOOKS AND BACKPACKS - Provides school uniform shirts, backpacks, and grade-appropriate school supplies to approximately 500 children at the beginning of each school year. HOPES - Provides basic needs including food, clothing and limited emergency financial assistance as well as school supplies and uniform shirts to hurricane survivors. Affiliated Programs Palmer Way Station |
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