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Our mission is to reach out with the love of Christ to help people in need by providing physical and spiritual nourishment.

The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever
you did for one of the least of these brothers
and sisters of mine, you did for me.’
- Matthew 25:40

ministries

Our Ministries

  • Community Outreach

    Provides food and basic necessities to individuals and families.

  • Snack Backpack

    Provides kid-friendly, easy-to-prepare, nutritious food to school children who have little or no food over the weekends.

  • Soup Kitchen

    Serves a hot meal 365 days of the year to the hungry in our community.

  • Food Bank

    Distributes food to other local nonprofit agencies in Madison County and seven surrounding counties.

  • Thrift Store

    Provides gently-used, donated clothing, furniture and household items at a low cost to the community.

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Impact

Here’s how YOU made a difference in our community in 2023.

  • 611,405

    Meals Served

  • 24,324

    Volunteer Hours

  • 328,507

    Food Lbs Donated

  • RIFA is a refuge for so many.

    -Paul Reed, RIFA volunteer
  • 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 volunteer
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Latest News

  • Pack the Bus Bank

    Now that you’ve helped us Pack the Bus, it’s time to Pack the Bus Bank! This is a great opportunity for churches, businesses, teams, and classes to get involved in the fight against childhood hunger right here in Jackson. According...

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  • Coffee & Community – July 2024

    RIFA was thrilled to host its second Coffee & Community, presented by First Citizens National Bank! This event allows us to share a meal with our donors and to show our heartfelt appreciation for their support of the mission of...

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