MISSION
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The River Fund's mission to feed and empower those we serve to move beyond the line of poverty encompasses food and non-food needs of people living near or below the poverty level. People need the basic necessities of food, shelter and a sense of self-dignity. Our programs are designed to help meet those needs in a safe and supportive environment. To this end, we support and affirm all people regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation. |
WHO WE SERVE
| SERVED IN 2010 | SERVED IN 2011 | PROJECTED IN 2012 | |
| Children | 12,250 | 23,201 | 25,500 |
| Youths (10 to 18 years old) | 27,280 | 33,250 | 36,600 |
| Women | 26,531 | 36,501 | 40,200 |
| Men | 15,500 | 25,200 | 27,750 |
| Seniors | 19,459 | 19,775 | 21,200 |
| TOTALS: | 101,020 | 137,927 | 151,250 |
Ethnic populations:
33% Latinos
32% Caribbean
16% Black Non-Latinos
10% Asian
9% Caucasian Non-Latinos
Communities:
67% Queens, 18% Brooklyn, 7% Bronx, 4% Staten Island, 3% Manhattan,
1% Other