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Emergency relief program

Providing rapid assistance to individuals and families affected by crises through emergency supplies, financial aid & essential support services.

Program Overview

Program Overview

Food assistance program overview & mission

The Food Assistance Program is GiveWave's flagship initiative, operating seven days a week to ensure that no family in our network goes to bed hungry. Through a robust supply chain of local farm partnerships, corporate food donors, and a dedicated volunteer force, we deliver thousands of nutritious meals and grocery packages every month.

Program Mission

"To eliminate food insecurity in our communities by providing consistent, dignified access to nutritious food for every family in need — regardless of background, status, or circumstance."

What We Do

What We Do

We changed world highly impact

1,000+

Packages Monthly

40+

Fram Partner

2.5 K+

Individuals Served

95+

Food Utilization

Weekly Groceries

Weekly grocery package distributions at 12 community hubs

Fresh Produce

Fresh produce boxes sourced from 40+ local farm partners nationwide

Healthy Cooking

Healthy cooking meals designed to support balanced daily nutrition

Elderly Support

Home delivery service for 120+ mobility-limited and elderly residents

Emergency Aid

Emergency food kits for families in sudden crisis and recovery

Holiday Meals

Nutritional education workshops and healthy cooking demonstrations

Weekly Groceries

Weekly grocery package distributions at 12 community hubs

Fresh Produce

Fresh produce boxes sourced from 40+ local farm partners nationwide

Healthy Cooking

Healthy cooking meals designed to support balanced daily nutrition

Elderly Support

Home delivery service for 120+ mobility-limited and elderly residents

Emergency Aid

Emergency food kits for families in sudden crisis and recovery

Holiday Meals

Nutritional education workshops and healthy cooking demonstrations

How it Work

How it Work

Together, we're driving meaningful change.

Together, we're driving meaningful change.

1
Referral & Registration

Families apply through partners, schools, or our website and complete an assessment.

2
Package Preparation

Volunteers assemble food packages tailored to family size and dietary needs efficiently.

3
Distribution

Pick up at a nearby hub or receive home delivery, with no appointment needed.

4
Follow-Up Support

Case managers provide monthly check-ins and ongoing support services coordination.

1
Referral & Registration

Families apply through partners, schools, or our website and complete an assessment.

2
Package Preparation

Volunteers assemble food packages tailored to family size and dietary needs efficiently.

3
Distribution

Pick up at a nearby hub or receive home delivery, with no appointment needed.

4
Follow-Up Support

Case managers provide monthly check-ins and ongoing support services coordination.

1
Referral & Registration

Families apply through partners, schools, or our website and complete an assessment.

2
Package Preparation

Volunteers assemble food packages tailored to family size and dietary needs efficiently.

3
Distribution

Pick up at a nearby hub or receive home delivery, with no appointment needed.

4
Follow-Up Support

Case managers provide monthly check-ins and ongoing support services coordination.

Location & Time

Location & Time

Schedule & locations

There are many ways to be part of the GiveWave community. Find the one that fits your capacity and passion.

Monday & Wednesday

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Westbrook Community Hall

Families are referred through partner agencies, schools, or self refer via our website. A brief needs assessment

Tuesday & Thursday

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Westbrook Community Hall

Families are referred through partner agencies, schools, or self refer via our website. A brief needs assessment

Friday & Saturday

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Westbrook Community Hall

Families are referred through partner agencies, schools, or self refer via our website. A brief needs assessment

Memories

Memories

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Get Involved

Get Involved

How you can help

There are many ways to be part of the GiveWave community. Find the one that fits your capacity and passion.

Most Impactful

Donate

Your financial gift directly funds food packages and emergency relief. Every dollar multiplies through our volunteer network.

Volunteer

Join 500+ active volunteers who give their time, skills, and hearts to our programs. Flexible schedules — every hour counts.

Partner with us

Corporate support helps us reach more people and create greater impact, and we welcome cause marketing partnerships.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1. How can I make a donation?
2. Where does my donation go?
3. Is my donation tax-deductible?
4. How can I stay updated on your work?
5. Can I volunteer with your organization?

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1. How can I make a donation?
2. Where does my donation go?
3. Is my donation tax-deductible?
4. How can I stay updated on your work?
5. Can I volunteer with your organization?

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1. How can I make a donation?
2. Where does my donation go?
3. Is my donation tax-deductible?
4. How can I stay updated on your work?
5. Can I volunteer with your organization?
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