Meet Sammy

Turn generosity into nourishment.

One-time and recurring gifts help Food for Thoughts pursue a hunger-free Hancock County, one child and one family at a time.

Sammy, a fuzzy mascot holding sandwichSammy
Sammy, the Donate page mascot
Every gift becomes part of the story

Sammy points the way to meaningful support.

Ways to give

Choose the gift that works for you.

Give once

Make a one-time contribution.

QuickBooks and Venmo giving options will be added here soon.

Online giving coming soon
Give monthly

Build dependable support.

Recurring giving options will be added when the approved service is ready.

Online giving coming soon
Give by mail

Send a donation by mail.

327 Main Street
Carthage, IL 62321
Your gift can do even more

Support Food for Thoughts—and receive a tax benefit.

Your generosity makes a difference. Every donation to Food for Thoughts helps provide food and support to children and families in our community.

If you take the standard deduction, you may be able to deduct qualifying cash contributions to eligible charitable organizations—up to $1,000 for individual filers or $2,000 for married couples filing jointly—without itemizing. Eligibility and other limitations apply.

Please keep your donation receipt with your tax records and consult a qualified tax advisor or tax preparation professional about your individual eligibility.

Thank you for helping nourish children, strengthen families, and build a healthier community.

Learn more from IRS Tax Topic 506
Tax-exempt information

Food For Thoughts Hancock County is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

EIN: 46-2070235
How gifts help

More food for weekends and beyond.

Gifts help FFT purchase supplemental foods that complement River Bend Food Bank inventory, expand the variety of nutritious groceries available, and respond to changing needs in local school communities.

Nourish tomorrow

Your generosity helps nourish what comes next.