Food For The Poor

Food For The Poor, Inc. is a large ecumenical Christian nonprofit organization based in Coconut Creek, Florida. Founded in 1982 by Ferdinand Mahfood and his brother Robin, the organization is dedicated to providing comprehensive aid to impoverished communities in Latin America and the Caribbean. It operates with a mission rooted in Christian principles, serving individuals regardless of their background and focusing on human dignity and sustainable poverty alleviation.

The organization distributes food, medicine, housing materials, and water, having delivered over $12 billion in aid since its inception. Key programs include hunger relief through food distribution, MannaPacks for nutritional support, community gardens, and housing initiatives that have built over 33,000 units. Food For The Poor also provides medical and educational aid, disaster relief, and micro-enterprise programs to promote economic self-sufficiency. By partnering with local churches and charities, the organization ensures that aid effectively reaches those in need.