Program areas at Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program
The food distribution Program served over 508 families in 2023. Each family receives 1 bag each of staples, meat, fresh fruits and/or vegetables and bread and sweets. Large families receive additional food in relation to their family size. Each household may receive food once a month. Those unable to pick their food up have their food delivered to them by volunteer drivers.there were grants of $11,246 associated with this Program service.
Gently used & new furniture (beds, dressers, tables, living room furniture, appliances, and more) were distributed to 205 households requesting assistance. COP also distributes dishes, cookware, and linens. Many are moving into homes for the first time and are victims of fire displacement or other circumstances.Approximately $26,643 was spent in 2023 to help 35 households with home repair projects such as handicap ramps, roof repairs, plumbing, heating, painting, and carpentry work. Isle of Wight County has an aging population and many homes need considerable work to continue to make them livable. THERE WERE NO GRANTS OR REVENUE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROGRAM SERVICE.
Cop has a dental Program that served approximately 181 Isle of Wight county residents who do not have dental insurance. Services provided include dentures, x-rays, extractions, and more. There were no grants or revenue associated with this Program service.