Founded by comedian Coluche in 1985 to distribute free food to needy. Aims to help homeless and low-income individuals. First Resto opened in Paris, distributing 8.5 million meals in first winter. By 2018, served 130 million meals across France
Food stamps introduced during Great Depression to help unemployed and hungry. Program initially used orange ($1) and blue ($5) stamps for food purchases. First program reached 20 million people in 1939-1943
Disaster assistance available through disasterassistance.gov and FEMA App. SBA offers low-interest disaster loans for homeowners and businesses. Flood insurance claims can be filed through government channels
CSBG is federally funded to assist low-income individuals in achieving self-sufficiency. Program is administered by California's CSD with 60 eligible entities. Services include education, employment, food, health, and housing assistance
WIC was established in 1966 to assist low-income women, infants, and children. Program was initially limited to children under 4 and postpartum women. Eligibility requires income between 100-185% of federal poverty level. Applicants must be residents of the state where they apply
Charity provides daily hot meals to those facing food poverty. Offers self-heating meals for homeless and food pantries. Partners with major retailers for grocery shopping freedom. Provides weekly services at various locations