In 1996 we were awarded the Humanitarian Group of the Year Award from the Volunteer Center of Collin County. In 2004, we were presented the Quality of Life award from the McKinney Community Development  corporation and the Volunteer Group of the Year Award from the Volunteer McKinney Center. Not only are we very proud of this recognition, but it confirms the integrity of our outreach program. Secondly, most organizations spend 80 to 85% of their budget on salaries. But, as an all-volunteer organization, all donations are used to help the people in need; not to pay salaries. The simplicity of our menu not only screens, but it is one that sustains life, not a lifestyle. Our guidelines are needs based with no geographical limitations or time limits. And remember, we are not just handing people a bag of groceries; we are helping people to help themselves to find a more permanent solution to their  problems, so that they can once again become contributing members of their community.