Abusing places like Angel Food Ministries, to get "cheap" food.

I have purchased food from the Angel Food Ministries, and although I would qualify as being low income, the purchase of the food has no restrictions as to income level, everyone is welcome to purchase this food. I have included some other information that may be helpful to you. About Angel Food Ministries Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States. The program began in 1994 with 34 families in Monroe, Georgia (between Atlanta and Athens), and has grown to serve thousands of families every month across 32 states. Angel Food Ministries crosses denominational lines and has spread the good news of the gospel of Christ through salvation tracts that are placed in each food order. Available to All There are no income requirements to meet and no forms to fill out other than the order form. Anyone regardless of income can purchase these units of food. I hope some of this has been helpful to you.

Angel food ministries in my area is open to all people-- All incomes. My cousin goes to a church that hands out this food every saturday- She is always trying to get me to buy it each month. I have never-- I'm pretty picky with food and I like to see what I'm buying prior to buying it. She gets food here and is not a low income family-- nor am I... So I don't think that person is being wrong with buying their food there. It is supposed to help out everyone regardless of what their family income is.

Oh my goodness, how awful! I would never do that. We don't have anything like Angel Food in this part of England, I thought it was a cake until I read more of this post, lol. Our supermarkets usualy have value brands which can be helpful at saving the pennies. It's like stealing from a charity shop, and fancy admitting it and suggesting you do it too. I don't know whether I'd be insulted at the suggestion even.

The program is for everyone for the needy or whoever wants to save on groceries so don't feel guilty. I used to buy groceries like that all the time plus it does save alot of money.

It is a very good program. I would think thatshe would feel guilty, but she is entitled to it as much as the next person. If they only wanted to serve the low income, they should put income limits on it. If I could afford it, I would go to the store before buying from them.

Anyone is welcome to get food from them, they aren't just for poor people. It is a good deal on food and they are happy to let anyone get the food that pays for it! I don't think your friend is being cheap or doing anything wrong!!

i did not understand what is afm?can you please tell what it is?

hey there! as much as its good of you to save it for other people that need it. But I have bought from them,and they arent for low income at all..its for anyone and everybody..its actually a great way for people to save and that ANGEL FOOD makes there money threw many churches. and they have wonderful food,,and great choices.,.and for anyone that is interested if they have it in your twon heres is some information for ya :) Angel Food Ministries 1620 South Broad Street Monroe, Georgia 30655 770-267-7015 / 888-819-3745 Fax 770-267-8031 Or call our new Angel Food hotline at 1-877-FOOD-MINISTRY for answers anytime! and heres there site http://www.angelfoodministries.com/

Here we have food banks. They are meant fo rpeople who are less fortunate, or people who just can't afford food one week, emergencies, stuff like that. There are so many people who need help, I just can't imagine that someone who can afford food would use this service. Then again, the food bank, while they do get discounts on buying food, does rely very heavily on donations. I don't think very many higher income people even know where the food bank is, although most donate to it, especially around Christmas time. I suppose if the service says all income levels, then it is okay for your friend to use it. I don't know who comfortable I would be with it - I'd only use the Food Bank if I couldn't afford to feed my kids.

Whether you are frgual or truly poor, it doesn't make a difference, you probably have a difficult time paying the bills and food prices are expensive. These organizations are generous enough to offer their food to anyone, they really have no restrictions. Of course not the rich, but if you were rich would you be asking for free food, personally i wouldn't. i would be buying onlu fresh, organic food, not cheap, genetically modified food. not that im criticizing the food being given away, i actually appreciate the organization's great efforts!

hi, i would like to thank you for the info on this site. i know a few people who are in desperate need of food right now. i wish i knew about these places when i was in need. i think its pretty sad that even though this lady can afford to pay for her own food, she uses this place and food banks to get the "extra" food. thatnk again, i am going to pass this info along.

we have a place like this where people give donations of clothing. there was a woman who would go and get all the fre clothing she could and then sell the stuff on ebay and at yard sales. the actually banned her form coming to their give aways because of what she did.

This food is NOT for people with low incomes. Anyone can get it. It is offered here and I called just to make sure and it is NOT for low income families. It is for anyone who wants to do it. They charge $25 and you get the menu off the internet at angelfoodministries.com your friend has nothing to be ashamed of.

pls can u give the adresses of such organisation so i get my fair shear pls

I may kind of be playing devil's advocate here, but on their web site it states: "Provides discounted food not only for those that need it, but for any others who appreciate deep discounts on quality groceries." That sounds as if they're not so concerned about income. Angel Food Ministries uses the outreach as a religious one, not limited to financial problems.

Ya... i think that it is wrong... these kind of organizations are specially meant for the low income group of people... taking due advantage of it just to save some bucks is not right... but we can't do anything about it, the person doing should realize about it...

That is wrong. Angel Food Ministries is for people who have no money or means to get food what-so-ever. People should not be abusing charities like that. The needy are the ones who really need that food the most.

Everyone is encouraged to participate in this program. It is not just for low income families. It is for everyone. There are no income guidelines.

A church up the street from us is part of AFM. They aren't just for low incomes. I've looked into doing it, but never remember to order on time. I'd also be a little nervous about people finding out because they'd think it was for poor people. I'll have to keep my eyes open for it again. They have some really great deals!

pls can u give the adresses of such organisation so i get my fair shear pls