Seasonal Assistance Programs

NFCC offers seasonal assistance programs to help ease the financial burden of extra seasonal purchases, including:
  • Back to School Program – Available in July, this program provides backpacks filled with school supplies to qualified families.
  • Warm Coats – Held in October, this program offers coats and winter accessories for all family members of current NFCC clients.
  •  Thanksgiving Food – In November, families can receive groceries to prepare a holiday meal in their home.
  • Toyland Shop – Each December, NFCC provides an opportunity for qualified parents to select toys for their children.

Seasonal Program Qualifications

To participate in seasonal programs you must be a current NFCC client, that is you must have received at least one regular NFCC service this year. In addition, the following documentation is required:
  • Photo ID Card for the primary household member living in the home
  • For school age children:  a current progress report, letter from school, or current report card; free/reduced lunch approval letter
  • For non-school age children: WIC documents, immunization record, or current Medicaid approval letter 
 

Once you have qualified, you must register for seasonal programs in-person, onsite at the NFCC Food Pantry and schedule an appointment for each service using the appointment system.

Did You Know:

NFCC serves over 600 homeless families each year.