# Food & Care Coalition

> Food & Care Coalition is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Provo, Utah, providing comprehensive services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty — including nutritionally balanced meals, permanent supportive housing, a free dental clinic, licensed mental health counseling, case management, job readiness, and day services. All services are available under one roof at 299 E 900 S, Provo, UT 84606.

Founded in 1988, Food & Care Coalition (FCC) is Utah County's most comprehensive resource center for people in crisis. We serve 450+ people daily and have provided over 3 million meals since our founding. Our model focuses on moving people from crisis to stability through integrated, dignified services.

**Contact & Location**
- Address: 299 E 900 S, Provo, UT 84606
- Phone: (801) 373-1825
- Email: info@foodandcare.org
- EIN: 87-0452977 (tax-deductible donations)
- Donations: donate.foodandcare.org

**Meal Service Hours (365 days/year)**
- Monday–Saturday: Breakfast 8:30–9:30 AM · Lunch 12:00–1:00 PM · Dinner 4:30–5:30 PM
- Sundays & Holidays: Lunch only 12:00–1:00 PM

**Office Hours**
- Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30–9:30 AM, 12:00–1:00 PM, 4:30–5:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed

## Getting Help

Resources for individuals and families seeking services.

- [Services Overview](https://foodandcare.org/services): All available services at a glance
- [Meals & Nutrition](https://foodandcare.org/services/food): Free nutritionally balanced meals served 365 days a year — no registration required, open to all
- [Emergency & Permanent Housing](https://foodandcare.org/services/housing): Transitional shelter vouchers and 110 units of permanent supportive housing at Candlelight Villas; 67% of residents exit to permanent housing (vs. 30% Utah state average)
- [Dental & Medical Care](https://foodandcare.org/services/medical-dental): Free on-site dental clinic (open since 2005) and primary care through a partnership with Mountainlands Community Health Center
- [Day Services & Storehouse](https://foodandcare.org/services/day-services): Clothing, hygiene supplies, household items, and a mailing address for correspondence — 150 daily patrons
- [Case Management](https://foodandcare.org/services/case-management): Individualized support connecting patrons with housing, employment, mental health services, and benefits
- [Education & Job Readiness](https://foodandcare.org/services/education): Free financial literacy, employment readiness, and life skills courses for all patrons
- [FAQs](https://foodandcare.org/resources/faqs): Common questions about eligibility, meals, housing, services, and funding

## Donating & Giving

Ways to financially support the organization.

- [Donate](https://foodandcare.org/donate): Tax-deductible monetary donations — 92% of all funds go directly to programs; $0 organizational debt
- [Online Giving](https://donate.foodandcare.org): Secure online donations via Classy (GoFundMe Pro)
- [Seasonal Campaigns](https://foodandcare.org/donate/campaigns): Targeted giving campaigns (holiday meals, hygiene drives, housing fund)
- [Current In-Kind Needs](https://foodandcare.org/get-involved/current-needs): Weekly-updated list of most-needed physical donations (food, clothing, hygiene items)
- [Collection Drives](https://foodandcare.org/get-involved/collection-drives): Organize a drive at your school, business, or congregation

**Donation Drop-Off Hours**
- Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:30 AM–5:00 PM

## Volunteering & Getting Involved

Ways to give time and skills.

- [Get Involved Overview](https://foodandcare.org/get-involved): All volunteer and partnership opportunities
- [Corporate Partnerships](https://foodandcare.org/get-involved/partnerships): Group volunteering, sponsorship, and cause-marketing opportunities for businesses
- [Contact](https://foodandcare.org/contact): Reach us directly to arrange volunteer coordination or ask questions

**Volunteer Impact (2025)**
- 7,200 unique volunteers annually
- 50,000 volunteer hours
- Volunteers represent 57% of our total labor force

## About the Organization

Background, mission, leadership, and transparency.

- [About Overview](https://foodandcare.org/about): Introduction to the organization, mission, and core values
- [Mission & Values](https://foodandcare.org/about/mission): Our commitment to dignity, integration, and community
- [History](https://foodandcare.org/about/history): Timeline from founding in 1988 to present
- [Board & Partners](https://foodandcare.org/about/board-and-partners): Executive leadership, board of directors, and community partner organizations

**2025 Impact at a Glance**
- 109,451 meals served
- 36,036 housing bed nights provided
- 15,000 volunteers engaged
- 110 units of permanent supportive housing
- 3,000,000+ cumulative meals served since 1988
- 92% of funds to programs · 8% administrative costs

## Optional

Secondary resources — safe to skip if context is limited.

- [Resources Hub](https://foodandcare.org/resources): Videos, virtual tour, and additional reading
- [Virtual Facility Tour](https://foodandcare.org/resources/virtual-tour): 360-degree interactive tour of the facility
- [Videos](https://foodandcare.org/resources/videos): Facility overview, patron testimonials, and partner spotlights
- [Community Panhandling Guide](https://foodandcare.org/resources/panhandling): Information for community members on how to respond to panhandling and connect people to services
- [Privacy Policy](https://foodandcare.org/privacy): How we handle personal information
- [Brand Guide](https://foodandcare.org/brand): Logo downloads, color system, and press materials for journalists and partners