Winter 2024 Update

winter 2024 update

In our first year in operation, we’ve made such great progress and achieved significant milestones thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, donors, and team: By The Numbers… Since our last update in December, we have continued to make a meaningful impact: General Update Continued Success for our Surplus Program Many local charities and nonprofit organizations sometimes receive more food …

November 2023 Update

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support. Your generosity has played a vital role in helping us achieve some remarkable milestones, and we are thrilled to share our recent accomplishments with you. Since our last update through the end of November, we’ve been hard at work rescuing and delivering …

Summer 2023 Update

Summer Recap

Donations to Deliveries: iHave iNeed’s Summer Triumphs! As the summer months draw to a close, we’re excited to share some heartwarming updates from our organization. Together, we continue to forge ahead on our mission to provide essential goods, promote sustainable practices, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. Welcoming New Charity Partners We are thrilled …

June 2023 Update

As we moved into June 2023, iHave iNeed was fortunate enough to welcome new business partners into our fold. Back Home Bagels, Egypt Star Bakery, Amazon, and The Flower Tents of the Lehigh Valley have joined our cause and are committed to supporting our programs. During the latter half of June, we were able to rescue and deliver over 105 …

May 2023 Update

We’re delighted to share our May 2023 status update with you! During this time, we have worked diligently to keep items out of the landfill while continuing to expand our reach. As always, we’re incredibly grateful for your support as we continue to make a difference in the lives of those in need. Here’s a summary of our recent activities …

iHave iNeed and Wawa Partner to Feed the Hungry

Unsold sandwiches donated by Wawa

Thanks to our recently formed relationship with the Food Donation Connection, we have been able to partner with Wawa to help keep leftover food out of the dumpster and get it to those in need at places like the Allentown Rescue Mission. As part of this partnership, Wawa will donate unsold food to iHave iNeed. We have committed to distributing …

iHave iNeed Donates to Allentown Rescue Mission

Bags and boxes of donated items

On May 5th, 2023, iHave iNeed, a local nonprofit organization, donated a large shipment of clothing, personal care items, and laundry detergent to the Allentown Rescue Mission. This donation was made possible by the generous contributions of our donors and volunteers, as well as our partners at Earth Breeze, The St. Luke’s Half Marathon, and Kenney Dental. The Allentown Rescue …

Schnecksville Elementary School’s Earth Day Celebration: Promoting Sustainability Through Creative Learning

books collected from schnecksville elementary earth day 2023

Introduction Schnecksville Elementary School’s Earth Day celebration on April 21, 2023, showcased the commitment of its students, staff, and community to promote sustainability through innovative learning experiences. Spearheaded by Tina Jarrett, a core team member here at iHave iNeed, this year’s event focused on engaging students in hands-on activities to understand the importance of reducing, recycling, and reusing resources. Read …

April 2023 Update

piles of books in front of a school

We’re delighted to share our April 2023 status update with you! This month has been packed with exciting events, valuable partnerships, and growth in our operations and volunteer base. As always, we’re incredibly grateful for your support as we continue to make a difference in the lives of those in need. Here’s a summary of our recent activities and accomplishments: …

March 2023 Update

dumpster full of bikes

New Partnerships, Fundraising, and Expanding our Reach We are excited to share our March 2023 status update with you! It has been a busy month, and we have made significant progress in our mission to support those in need. From new partnerships and fundraising opportunities to expanding our reach, we continue to grow and enhance our ability to make a …