We’re Growing Hope Globally!
More than 815 million people in this world do not have enough to eat.
We believe in a world of plenty, no person should go hungry.
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Lasting Impact
We help those living in the poorest regions of the world grow their own food and earn an income. When people have the tools and training to take charge of their futures, positive change not only happens — it lasts.
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Food Security
When all people at all times have access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs for an active and healthy life. Learn how families are breaking the cycle of poverty and ending their struggle with hunger through agricultural development.
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Hope Grows
Through our Growing Projects, U.S. farmers gather together with their churches and surrounding communities to become part of the solution — raising money and awareness to end world hunger.
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Our Roots
Founded as Foods Resource Bank in 1999, we’ve helped more than 1.6 million people in need help themselves. Our new name—Growing Hope Globally —better captures the spirit of our mission.
Give A Gift of Hope!
For as little as $55 you can enable a hungry person to break the cycle of poverty and lead a healthier, more productive life. Now through Dec 31st, your Gift of Hope will be matched, doubling your impact!
What Will Your Impact Be?
We wouldn’t be who we are without our fantastic volunteers. Thank you for giving your time for helping people across the globe. What matters most is that you’ve been part of the solution, and how you have touched the hearts and lives of all those around you. The impact you make is truly a blessing in our world.Upcoming Trip
Feb 9-16, 2019 | Guatemala Impact Trip with Alex Morse
See the lasting changes the programs we support make while experiencing the rich culture of the Maya Ixil and Maya Mam people. You’ll travel to communities that are just starting their training as well as to ones that have experienced success over the past seven years.
Latest News
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Introducing Our New President and CEO
We are pleased to announce that Max Finberg has joined Foods Resource Bank, soon to be known as Growing Hope Globally, as President and CEO on September 1, 2018. Max has 25 years of experience working to end hunger and poverty in both the United States and around the world, most recently serving as a […]
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Michigan Agricultural Commodities offers matching Gift of Grain program
As harvest progresses throughout the state, locally owned Michigan Agricultural Commodities, Inc. (MAC) is offering an opportunity for farmers to join in the support of two important organizations: Growing Hope Globally (formerly Foods Resource Bank) and the Michigan FFA Foundation. The MAC mission focuses on honesty, reliability and growth. These two organizations develop growth, one […]
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A Flood Washed Away a Village, But Not Their Dreams
Finding Hope In Unexpected Places This spring, the worst flood of the century swept through the community of Magarini in Eastern Kenya, where families have worked for years to end their struggle with hunger and improve their lives. Homes were washed away. Entire fields were lost, buried in sand. With their homes destroyed, 90% of […]
Events
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Nov 17
Somonauk, IL: Community Hunger Dinner
Somonauk High School Presents a Hunger Dinner Fundraising Event Auction Items, Spaghetti, and a Life Altering Experience!
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Dec 7
Nativity Sets from around the World
Friday, December 7: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday, December 8: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM View over 100 nativity sets from different times and places while joining us for coffee and cookies. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted for two causes: The Growing Hope Globally (formerly FRB) Growing Project at Friendship CRC, helping families […]
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Jan 22
Webinar: Around the World in 60 Minutes
6:30 pm central/7:30 pm eastern Hear stories of success from around the world from our programming team -- Alex Morse, Eric Mattson, and Rachel Conley. Register here and invite others to join you for this fast-paced and inspirational overview of the impact we are making in the communities we support.