People Helping People
About
People Helping People is a Burlington nonprofit that helps the town’s at-risk residents meet basic needs. Its work centers on hunger relief, emergency financial aid and holiday support for households in difficult financial circumstances, with an emphasis on offering compassion and understanding along with practical help. The organization is a predominantly volunteer program, operates solely on donations and serves Burlington residents who need help with food, medicine, heat or utilities.
The group acts as the umbrella organization for three programs: the Burlington Community Food Pantry, the Burlington Covenant for Basic Needs and the Holiday Program. Food is distributed to registered pantry clients several days a week, and community members help keep the shelves stocked by dropping off unexpired, non-perishable food at donation bins. A newsletter keeps supporters informed about the group’s events and fundraising.
What to Know
- About 86 percent of donations go directly to Burlington residents in urgent financial need.
- The pantry is closed on federal holidays.
- Monetary donations can be made through an online portal or by Venmo.
- Pantry clients are asked to arrive at least 20 minutes before a distribution period ends.
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