
PROJECTS
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Food 4 Thought
The Giving Team, Inc. is a dedicated 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to fostering a community rooted in generosity. We provide essential resources—such as food, clothing, social services, and life skills opportunities—to enhance accessibility for all residents.
At The Team, Inc., we envision a community where every individual has access to life's essentials for survival.
One of our impactful initiatives is "Food for Thought," a monthly food and resource distribution program in Hot Springs, AR. Held every 4th Saturday on the corner of Malvern and Church Streets, this program addresses the immediate needs of marginalized populations by distributing food, clothing, personal care items, and resources for social services assistance.
Launched in 2020, our primary goal is to establish a consistent pathway from homelessness to housing while aiding in the global fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. The devastating effects of the pandemic on our most vulnerable citizens—underserved, marginalized, homeless/youth, mentally ill, and veterans—propelled us to take action.
As we combat the challenges posed by Covid-19, our commitment to providing a SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound) social service resource remains unwavering. The impact we've made in our community is evident through our strong partnerships with local organizations and the growing support of diverse volunteers countywide.
The items and services we provide are carefully tailored to address the identifiable and realistic needs of our community. Your support can make a significant difference in continuing this vital mission. Join us in creating a community where everyone has the essentials they need to thrive. Donate to The Giving Team, Inc. and be a part of positive change today.
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A Thanksgiving to Share
“A Thanksgiving to Share” was special. Thanks to your generosity, we reached our goal of serving nearly 1,400 citizens in Hot Springs, AR, and surrounding communities during this year’s 18th Annual Event. Our success would not be possible without your support and donations. Thank you for your time, talent, food, prayers, monetary donations, and well wishes. Every form of your altruism was appreciated and needed to make all of this happen.
The ongoing pandemic offered many challenges. Safety remains our number one priority. Our staff followed all local public health notices ensuring we took all required precautions for our staff, volunteers, and the people we served. We reached our targeted population by canvasing the city’s assisted living facilities, shelters, homebound families, veterans, and individuals who remain socially and economically challenged. Thanks to the countless volunteers and donors, we were able to deliver and execute take-out orders only, to maintain both safety and service.
"This year,our 19th Annual "A Thanksgiving to Share" will offer delivery services, and new for this year, we have added three pickup locations across the Hot Springs community.
The locations are as follows:
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First Location: Roanoke Baptist Church at 238 Whittington Ave.
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Second Location: LakePointe City Church at 1343 Albert Pike Rd.
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Third Location: J.M. Langston Lodge #84 at 357 Silver St.
Orders can be placed by calling or texting 501-485-4674, or you can submit your order through our website at www.givingteaminc.org/thanksgiving2023
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Sugarplum Holiday Celebration
The annual “Sugarplum Holiday Celebration” in conjunction with Miss Ida’s House of Love and Care takes place each year in December during “Food for Thought.” We distributed toys to children from infants to kids 12 years old and gave gift cards to siblings up to age 16 years old. Parents are asked to register each child two weeks before, In 2022 we provided over 252 toys to children from 90 families with a special guest all the way from the North Pole. Registration for the 2023 Sugarplum Holiday Celebration begins on November 25th, 2023, and closes on December 9th, 2023 by 3:30 pm. You can register via our website by clicking on Sugarplum 2023 or by calling or Texting 501-385-2813 someone will confirm your registration.
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