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Who We Serve: The ALICE population of Central Florida. ALICE is an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. These are families who are above the federal poverty level but struggle to make ends meet. According to the Heart of Florida, United Way 2020 report, they make up 24% of the population of Seminole County, and 47% of all Central Florida families. The qualifying income level for a family of four in Seminole County is $52,400, or 200% of the poverty level.

Why We Serve: These are families who do not want the hand out that comes with patronizing a food pantry, but also cannot afford to shop at a for-profit supermarket. They are families who are struggling to make ends meet and may be one missed paycheck away from serious financial hardship.

What We Serve: Nominally priced groceries in an environment that provides dignity in the shopping experience.
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Assisting Community Through Service

ACTS of Hope is a ministry that provides assistance to families in our community with urgent and ongoing needs through musical events. Professional musicians donate their time and talents to provide live music at local venues in order to raise funds and awareness for an individual or family. To date, ACTS of Hope has been able to assist over a dozen families in paying off medical expenses, covering increased deductibles, and allowing opportunities for therapies not covered by insurance. Most importantly, ACTS provides hope and support in times of need. Therefore, it is the goal of ACTS to grow by including additional musicians and venues therefore aiding families more readily.
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Redeeming Life Outreach Ministry

Redeeming Life Maternity Home is a safe haven for pregnant women who find themselves without a place to stay. Women receive shelter, food, emotional and spiritual support, as well as, classes in life skills and parenting. To learn more about Redeeming Life click here. 

HOPE Helps, Inc.

HOPE Helps, Inc.

Making a difference in the lives of those in our community. Envisioning a world where people know that there is HOPE. Addressing issues facing individuals and families in crisis. HOPE Helps, Inc. thrives on these operating goals. It works to equip individuals and families to become self-sufficient through Housing, Outreach, Prevention, and Education. By networking with local agencies and organizations, HOPE Helps educates and transform the way people think about the poor and homeless. As a result, communities develop and plan long term solutions that address the needs facing those in crisis. St. Luke's partners with HOPE Helps in its mission to prevent and reduce homelessness in Central Florida. Location and Contact: 812 Eyrie Drive, Oviedo, FL | HopeHelps.org

Manna & More

Manna & More

St. Luke's has a vision and mission to serve the needs of the community through food ministry. Providing "manna" at a local, free food pantry for our needy neighbors became a year-round commitment in 2003 with the launch of the Gift Bag Program. Here's how the program works: Brown bags are distributed to the congregation once a month. The bag is labeled with a specific food item needed at the food pantry. During the month, the food item is returned in the brown bag and placed in food collection baskets. Over 100,000 parcels of food have been collected and distributed through this ministry. In partnering with local food pantries, additional needs were discovered. Consequently, "manna" was expanded to include "more" such as donation drives for children's shoes, school supplies and personal hygiene items. Contact: broberts@sllcs.org

St. Luke's Care Crews

St. Luke's Care Crews

Do you have a heart for vulnerable children? Come learn more about the foster care crisis in our area and how you can serve local foster families. RSVP for one of the awareness events. Everyone can do something! Upcoming Awareness Events: Thursday, September 21, 7pm | Cafe | SignUp: fam.care/r69703 OR Sunday, September 27, Noon | Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 | SignUp: fam.care/r69704