In partnership with our community, Springfield Family Center has connected families to charitable food resources since 1971.
In partnership with our community, Springfield Family Center has connected families to charitable food resources since 1971.
Join Our Paint and Sip Fundraiser
Join Us For A Paint and Sip Fundraiser to benefit our charitable food programs:
When: Saturday September 6th
Where: VFW 191 River Street Springfield, VT
Time: 1-3:30pm
Light Refreshments and Cash Bar available
Scan the QR code or click on picture to reserve your spot today!
Springfield Family Center Services
Drop by for a Free Meal and Snacks
Access our Food Shelf Bi-Weekly
View our Simple, Affordable, and Delicious Recipe Collection
Resources for Accessing Other Local Social Service Organizations
September 2nd "Buy a Day; Make a Difference honoree:
Roy and Helen Martin
On this day, we are honored to celebrate the wedding anniversary of Roy and Helen Martin, a beautiful love story remembered with deep affection.
This special day was chosen by our dear friend Kristi Morris to honor his wife Sharon’s parents. In selecting this day, Kristi not only pays tribute to the lasting love and legacy of Roy and Helen, but also helps nourish the lives of neighbors in need; a touching way to turn love into action.
Kristi’s act of kindness ensures that 30 of our food-insecure neighbors will enjoy a hot, nourishing meal today in honor of Roy and Helen.
If you’d like to join in honoring their legacy, any donations made today in honor of Helen and Roy will be matched up to $100, helping your generosity go even further. Click the link to donate today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY
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September 17th “Buy a Day, Make a Difference” Honoree:
Mabel C. Hurd
On this day, through our Buy a Day, Make a Difference program, we are honored to remember and celebrate the life of Mabel C. Hurd, a beloved grandmother, whose warmth and spirit continue to inspire.
Her grandson, Jason Hurd, has chosen this day to honor Mabel’s memory, a touching tribute to the love, strength, and kindness she shared with all who knew her. In her name, Jason is helping provide 30 hot, nourishing meals to neighbors facing food insecurity, turning remembrance into a meaningful act of compassion.
Mabel’s legacy lives on not only in the hearts of those who loved her, but also in the lives touched through this generous gift.
If you’d like to honor someone special today, any donations made in Mabel’s memory will be matched up to $100, helping us feed even more families in need.
Click the link to donate today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY
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September 22nd “Buy a Day, Make a Difference” Honoree:
Lucy Knight
n this day we’re delighted to honor Lucy Knight on her 4th birthday through our Buy a Day, Make a Difference program.
Lucy’s grandma, Tamara, has chosen this special occasion to spread love and kindness far beyond their family. In celebration of Lucy’s joyful spirit, Tamara is helping provide 30 warm, nourishing meals to neighbors facing food insecurity.
This generous act turns Lucy’s birthday into a beautiful opportunity to share love and kindness with the wider community.
Happy Birthday, Lucy! If you’d like to join in this celebration and make a difference in Lucy’s honor, any donations made today will be matched up to $100, doubling the impact and helping us reach even more families in need.
Let’s celebrate Lucy’s special day by making the world a little brighter for those who need it most! Click the link to donate today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KT9QM2YSKCWPY
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To learn more about how you can also "Buy a Day" and make a difference, visit: Springfield Family Center -
Helping our Food Insecure Neighbors
Springfield Family Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves our food insecure neighbors in the greater Springfield area. Many in our community struggle with knowing where their next meal will come from:
Springfield Family Center’s Ongoing Response to food Insecurity in our Community:
In the last fiscal year, SFC rose to meet the growing need:
- School Pantry: 1,483 lbs of food distributed to 141 student households.
- Recipe Kits: Distributed to 114 families
- Prepared Meals: 25,523 meals made and distributed
- Bread Distribution: 14,912 loaves shared
- Fresh Produce Access: 5,060 individuals served
- Holiday Meal Boxes: 56 boxes, feeding 275 individuals
Food Shelf: 61,936 lbs of food distributed through 1,065 visits, serving 2,155 people cumulatively Including:
- 87 veterans
- 505 seniors
- 444 children
- 693 individuals living with a disability
Community Meals Prepared: As mentioned, a total of 25,523 meals were made and distributed. Of these:
· 695 meals were provided to veterans
· 5,411 meals served seniors
· 1,836 meals went to children
· 5,671 meals supported individuals with disabilities
Emergency Meal Program:
279 meals distributed after hours via the Town Library. We also supply shelf stable food to the Springfield Town Police Station, Community Health Team, and Local Resource Center for after-hour needs.
YOU CAN HELP BY BUYING A MEAL FOR A NEIGHBOR
For $10 you can “buy” an entire prepared meal for one person or enough ingredients from our food shelf to provide an entire meal for a household consisting of 2-3 people.
Springfield Family Center Thanks You for Your Support!
Please Consider Becoming a Sustaining Donor
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