CAER Food Shelf

Small Gifts. Big Impact.

What can a few dollars do? At CAER Food Shelf, more than you might think.

Just $3.18 can help provide 2–3 bags of groceries.

Thanks to strong partnerships, food rescue efforts, and careful use of our resources, CAER can provide an average of 24.6 pounds of food per person, per visit, at a cost of just $3.18. That's roughly 2–3 bags of groceries filled with food that helps individuals and families put meals on the table and stretch their household budgets.

And it's not just any food. We prioritize the foods families tell us they need most: fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and everyday essentials.

Every Dollar Makes a Difference

For families already stretching their budgets to cover housing, utilities, transportation, and other necessities, a trip to CAER can make a meaningful difference.

And for our supporters, it means you don't have to give a lot to make a big impact.

• $10 helps provide groceries for 3 people, or approximately 93 meals.

• $25 helps provide groceries for 8 people, or approximately 232 meals.

• $50 helps provide groceries for 16 people, or approximately 464 meals

• $100 helps provide groceries for 31 people, or approximately 928 meals.

These amounts reflect CAER's average cost to source and distribute food, made possible by donated food, community partnerships, and efficient operations.

Your Gift Goes Even Further!

This Give to the Max Day, Cornerstone Automotive is matching donations up to $25,000!

That means your gift of $10 can become $20, your $25 can become $50, and together we can make an even greater difference for families in our community.

Give What You Can. Make a Difference.

Whether you give $5, $10, $25, or more, your generosity is part of something bigger.

Every gift helps CAER continue providing fresh, nutritious food with dignity, compassion, and respect.

This Give to the Max Day, join us in showing just how much a small gift can do.

Provide support and relieve hunger, together.