CHHOP Receives $5,000 Grant From United Way of Westchester and Putnam

August 15, 2023

Peekskill, New York – Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP) received a $5,000 “Community Impact” grant from the United Way of Westchester and Putnam (UWWP). CHHOP will use the money to buy healthy, nutritious food for Fred’s Pantry, which is on track to serve more than 70,000 duplicated individuals this year.

According to United Way, “We are confident that this grant will serve as a catalyst for your organization's growth and impact, enabling you to reach more beneficiaries and achieve significant outcomes in the areas you serve. We look forward to partnering with you on this transformative journey and witnessing the positive change that results from your efforts.”

Fred’s Pantry is a reliable source of healthy and nutritious groceries for those experiencing food insecurity. “At CHHOP we are focusing on how to deal with fluctuating demand at Fred’s Pantry. Currently, there is a tremendous demand on food banks and we must purchase some foods, especially proteins, at retail,” said CHHOP CEO Cynthia Knox. “We are very grateful for this $5,000 grant that will help us continue to service our clients.”

At Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP), we believe that every person is entitled to safe and affordable housing and healthy, nutritious food. We operate five programs including the Jan Peek House shelter — the only shelter for adults experiencing homelessness in Northern Westchester that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our Fred’s Pantry serves about 325 households weekly in Peekskill. CHHOP also offers housing and support programs for veterans, survivors of domestic violence and disabled chronically homeless men and women.

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Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP) works to alleviate hunger and homelessness in Peekskill and its surroundings by providing temporary housing, long-term housing, advocacy and clinical and support services to veterans, domestic violence survivors and chronically homeless men and women. CHHOP also provides healthy and nutritious food through Fred’s Pantry. Visit us chhop.org