THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO ALLEVIATE AND DIMINISH THE HARMFUL EFFECTS OF POVERTY ON THOUSANDS OF FAMILIES BY SUPPORTING A RANGE OF FOOD AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS AIMED AT HELPING THE NEEDY WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT, INCLUDING FREE HOT MEALS IN A RESTAURANT ENVIRONMENT, MEALS-ON-WHEELS, SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAMS, PRE-PAID FOOD CARD DISTRIBUTION, VOCATIONAL TRAINING AND AFTER-SCHOOL YOUTH CLUBS.