Recipes
March 6, 2023

Green smoothie

This drink is packed with nutrients, providing a refreshing and delicious source of vitamins A and C that can help improve your vision and increase…
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Recipes
March 6, 2023

Pecan Stuffed Mushrooms

This recipe offers more than just delicious flavor; it's a nutrient-dense dish that provides a wealth of health benefits. Mushrooms, in particular, are an excellent…
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March 6, 2023

Breakfast Quinoa

This delicious breakfast quinoa is loaded with nutrients and provides a rich source of protein to help keep you feeling full and satisfied throughout the…
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Recipes
February 10, 2023

Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup quinoa, well rinsed 2 1/4 cups low-sodium…
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Recipes
February 10, 2023

Blackberry Iced Tea with Cinnamon and Ginger

Ingredients: 6 cups water 12 blackberry herbal tea bags 8 3-inch-long cinnamon sticks 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 cup unsweetened cranberry juice Sugar substitute,…
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Recipes
February 10, 2023

Chocolate Strawberry Oatmeal

INGREDIENTS: 1/3 cup rolled oats 1 banana, mashed 1/2 cup milk 1 tbsp cocoa powder 1/4 cup strawberries, diced 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips  …
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Recipes
December 19, 2022

Brussels Sprout Salad

Ingredients 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling ¼ cup fresh lemon juice ½ cup walnuts, toasted ⅓ cup dried cranberries ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese, optional…
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Recipes
December 19, 2022

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Ingredients: 1 medium acorn squash 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 3 cloves garlic (minced) 1 shallot (minced) 1…
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Recipes
July 22, 2022

Cowboy Caviar

Ingredients: 1 can (15 0z) black beans 2 cups canned or frozen corn, drained 1 bell pepper, diced 1 small red onion, diced 1/4 cup…
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Tax Information

Important CARES Act Information for 2020 Donations:

All taxpayers may take a charitable deduction of up to $300 per individual in 2020, even if you do not itemize on your return.

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Stock Gifts

It’s simple to make a stock gift, just contact our Director of Development, Ellen Reed-Fox.

Email Ellen or (314) 451-1950

IRA Rollover

Direct Your IRA Charitable Rollover to OFS

Individuals age 70½ and older may transfer up to $100,000 annually from their IRA accounts directly to OFS without recognizing the distribution as income on their tax returns. Contact our Director of Development, Ellen Reed-Fox.

NOTE: Required Minimum Distributions have been temporarily suspended for the 2020 tax year.

Email Ellen or call (314) 451-1950

Federal Campaign

Are you employed by the U.S. Federal Government?

If so, you can designate Operation Food Search (CODE 98440) as your charity to support through the Combined Federal Campaign. Contact Judy Coyman, Director of Annual Giving.

Email Judy or call (314) 325-1292

Donate Monthly

Donate on a recurring basis by designating a checking account or a credit card for your contributions. When you donate monthly, you join a very special community of OFS supporters who ensure consistent access to the funds needed to heal hunger.

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Memorials & Tributes

Honor a loved one or recognize someone special while helping solve the problem of hunger in a directly impactful way. Make your gift online or by mail, and the individual or family you are honoring will receive a personalized notecard from OFS notifying them of your memorial or tribute gift (but not the amount). All gifts of $50 or more will be posted quarterly on our Memorials and Tributes web page.

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Legacy Gifts

Create a legacy through your estate plans that helps OFS heal hunger for generations to come.

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Sunny Day Endowment

When you invest in our endowment, you are investing in the region and its people. The long-term impact of your gift ensures it will go beyond providing immediate hunger relief to strengthen the community itself.

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Matching Gifts

Many employers match gifts and volunteer hours made by employees. Find out if your company has a matching gift program at our link below.

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