Did you know that more than 40% of people in Jackson, Tennessee struggle to provide basic needs for their household? This means that for many, hunger is a constant companion. This is a real struggle for many people in our community. But your investment into our mission can change the story of hunger for them.
When you give to RIFA, you let thousands of people in need know that there is hope, because someone cares enough to take action.
Donate MoneyFood donations help us fight hunger. Food, however humble, has the power to transform lives.
Donate FoodYour donations to our Thrift Store help fund ministries that feed the most vulnerable members of our community.
Donate ItemsRIFA is a team—many people working together to meet physical, spiritual and relational needs. Be the hands and feet of Christ by volunteering at RIFA.
Donate TimeProvides food and basic necessities to individuals and families.
Provides kid-friendly, easy-to-prepare, nutritious food to school children who have little or no food over the weekends.
Serves a hot meal 365 days of the year to the hungry in our community.
Distributes food to other local nonprofit agencies in Madison County and seven surrounding counties.
Provides gently-used, donated clothing, furniture and household items at a low cost to the community.
Here’s how YOU made a difference in our community in 2023.
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Financial contributions are a necessary part of RIFA. They couldn’t do what they do if we don’t contribute financially. My heart is here at RIFA.
-Ann Edwards, RIFA donor and volunteerRIFA is part of the reason that my baby, Isaiah, is here because they fed me in the Soup Kitchen while I was pregnant and didn’t have food.
- Angela, Soup Kitchen patronYou can help Tackle Hunger with RIFA’s Souper Bowl of Caring! Since 1990, the Souper Bowl of Caring has been inspiring people across the nation to Tackle Hunger in their local communities. RIFA is, once again, joining the initiative and...
Read MoreWith Christmas and New Years quickly approaching, we wanted to share our hours of operation for the holidays! Please note that each part of RIFA holds its own hours, and all hours are subject to change. Regular hours of operation...
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