Long Island Cares
About Long Island Cares
Our Mission
Long Island Cares Inc.® brings together all available resources for the benefit of the hungry and food insecure on Long Island and, to the best of our ability, provides for the humanitarian needs of our community. Our goals are to improve food security for families, sponsor programs that help families achieve self-sufficiency, and educate the general public about the causes and consequences of hunger on Long Island. Our vision is “A Hunger Free Long Island”.
Veterans Project
Returning soldiers and their families face unique challenges transitioning from the front lines to civilian life. Long Island Cares is here to help veterans in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, addressing food insecurity during this crucial period with the Veterans Project.
Long Island Cares proudly provides veterans food assistance and personalized referral services. For more information about the Veterans Project, please contact Justin Berbig, Veterans Outreach Manager, at jberbig@licares.org or 631.582.3663 ext. 151
Military Appreciation Tuesdays
- Weekly sessions at Long Island Cares First Stop Food Pantries.
- Provides veterans and families with essential items like food, personal care products, household supplies, and more.
- Offers veteran-specific benefit information.
Information & Referral Services
- Dedicated referral program connecting veterans to essential benefits and services.
- Leverages a network of veteran service organizations.
- Advocates for veterans’ needs and connections.
Veterans Outreach
- Collaborations with veteran service agencies and VA hospitals.
- Participation in events like Veteran Stand Downs.
- Extending services to counseling, homeless outreach, and emergency assistance.
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