Learn more in the Baby Eats section. Created by potrace 1. How It Works. Get Started. Log In. Get Cooking, Madison! with Dane County's farm-to-home meal kits by Sunny Frantz. Choose the plan that's right for you and the meals you like from our ever-changing weekly menu. Receive fresh, local ingredients at your doorstep with easy-to-follow cooking instructions.

Enjoy all there is to love about preparing home-cooked meals with a Wisconsin flair! We believe knowing and trusting your food is important, so we partner directly with Dane County farms to provide you the freshest possible ingredients for your meals whenever possible.

We are also a proud member of Dane Buy Local. We hand deliver our meal kits in insulated tote bags that we collect on your subsequent delivery and reuse - so there is no excess boxes or packaging!

Also, by receiving the exact pre-measured ingredients you need, you will exercize portion control to avoid overeating as well as eliminate food waste, making this option better for your health, the environment, and your wallet.

With Isthmus Eats meal kits, you no longer have to spend your valuable time looking for recipes, going grocery shopping, and figuring out what to do with leftover ingredients. Simply spend your time cooking and enjoying home-cooked meals. Don't believe us? Check out these meal kit industry cost breakdown analyses: Meal Kits Might Be Cheaper Than Groceries Right Now Meal Kits vs.

Groceries: A Dollar-to-Dollar Investigation. Signing up is quick and easy! There are no contracts. You can skip any week or cancel at any time. Just choose the meal plan that works for you and select the recipes that interest you each week.

Speaking of easy, most recipes take minutes to prepare and cook, and come with simple-to-follow recipe cards, as well as mobile-friendly guides. Our meal kits are locally-sourced, locally-inspired, and hand delivered to Dane County residents only.

Delivery is always free and reliable. We even send a convenient delivery confirmation cell message right away upon delivery! We offer all sorts of meals — vegetarian or meat, healthy or hearty, spicy or mild… whatever your mood is for any given week.

By choosing from our diverse seasonal recipes, you are likely to prepare meals that you have never prepared before, which allows you to try new ingredients, learn new cooking techniques, and add new recipes to your repertoire. We offer our customers local products from Madison-area artisans to be conveniently included in your weekly meal kit deliveries.

We are constantly adding new local products. Check out what's available today! I love that the food is locally sourced and I also really appreciate the effort to produce less waste. Finally, the price is reasonable, which is important in a time where people are struggling to afford groceries.

Thank you Isthmus Eats, and keep up the great work! Catherine M, Downtown Madison. March 14 So excited to try the meals that got delivered today with local fresh products! And look at the adorable binder that came with colored pictures and easy to follow directions for busy nights. Kelly S, Fitchburg.

August 15 We started using Isthmus Eats early in the pandemic, but we keep ordering from them because they're an awesome company! There is so much variety of meals, we're supporting local producers, the ingredients are fresh, we're learning how to cook new dishes all the time, and the service is outstanding.

There's no way to go wrong with Isthmus Eats. We have been ordering from Isthmus Eats for a few years now! We have found some of our favorite recipes because of it! We love how easy the website is to use, and how they incorporate local ingredients whenever possible!

We also have loved the Baby Eats addition to the meal kits! We enjoy feeding our son the same meal we are eating.

Lauren S, West Side. June 29 Isthmus Eats is by far and away the best meal service I have ever had. The meals are delivered on time every week with all the items being local.

Inside each weekly bag is a list of the items and where they come from. Proud to have this quality in Madison! Kathy D, Oregon.

September 20 Meals are delicious and kid-approved in my house! Maria W, Stoughton. April 21 I have fallen in love with this meal service.

I was getting bored of cooking the same old thing every week since we've been doing way more cooking at home. it has taught me new techniques paired with delicious LOCAL ingredients. I love knowing that what I'm eating is supporting local farms and companies and boy is it delicious!

My husband and I have been doing Isthmus Eats for about 6 weeks. We love this service! I have a gluten allergy and they have modified every single meal.

We tried two other meal services in the past and they don't even compare. I highly recommend Isthmus Eats! Chelsea, Spring Harbor Neighborhood.

July 07 We have tried several meal kit delivery services before and Isthmus Eats is our favorite by far! We love the idea of supporting local and the meals are delicious!

Their customer service is outstanding and the flexibility of options makes it so easy to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.

Bonus points for their Marketplace option where you can add goodies from other local businesses to your delivery. We feel so fortunate to have Isthmus Eats in our Madison community. I've tried other similar services, but none have really stuck with me like Isthmus Eats.

The fact that they use local ingredients is a huge plus to me and I've been blown away by how simple yet delicious the recipes are.

Can't wait for my next delivery 😄. Lexie W, West Side. April 04 I am so grateful to have Isthmus Eats in my city! The convenience was a big draw for me, and the locally-sourced ingredients are a huge plus, but it's the quality of the recipes and the fun I have preparing them that keeps me coming back!

The staff are also very friendly and responsive. I filled out a customer satisfaction survey and got an email replying to each comment I made! Beth B, Madison. April 02 I think Isthmus Eats just may be the Holy Grail of meal kits.

I'm so impressed with: Food quality: local, fresh and robust flavors Minimal effort: a little washing and a little chopping is all it takes to go fridge to plate in precious little time Variety: you get to choose from a great selection of different cuisines, flavors, spice levels Flexibility: press pause for those busy weeks or for travel then jump right back in Generous portions: much larger than the multitude of other kits which is great since these have been such hits in our family.

I am in love! Besides the fact that their food's from local farms whenever possible, this is hands-down the best meal kit meal I've prepared to date. Total win Isthmus Eats! Jennifer H, Middleton. January 07 We've tried all the major meal kit options in the past two years, and are thrilled to finally find Isthmus Eats - a local treasure!!!!

The customer service is excellent - these folks are personable, efficient and courteous. The food is DELICIOUS, with the added bonus of being locally sourced! Menus are varied, portions are generous, recipes are easy to follow, and the results look just like the photo!

we're saying goodbye to Hello Fresh, and a happy hello to fresh and fantastic, just down the road. The meals have been perfectly proportioned and delicious, and the whole process is both easy and customizable. but something about having the whole kit delivered and ready to go makes the process so much simpler.

Highly recommend! Kristen W, Oregon. December 05 I highly recommend Isthmus Eats. It's my first week in and it couldn't be more convenient.

Their delivery locations are very versatile whether it's to your door or to your work place. Food prep times are reasonable even for those with long work days. The portions for the Badger Lite package are enough for 2 and a bit of left overs. Support your community and try out Isthmus Eats!

Victoria B, Near West Side. November 04 We have been using Isthmus Eats for a few months now and we love them. I would highly recommend! Bretni A, Sun Prairie. October 30 Very nice meal service!

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Check out our links and keep sign-up promotions in mind when reviewing your options. If time management is important to you, Home Chef is an excellent service to try. Home Chef offers multiple meal choices each week with ample variety to meet dietary needs. While not the most adventurous or customizable meal box out there, Home Chef delivery fresh, quality ingredients and tasty recipes consistently.

Home Chef arranges many of their dishes by the time it takes to make them, from minute meals like their prosciutto and fig mini flatbreads to elaborate dinners in their Culinary Collection like the bacon jalapeno popper steak sandwich. Home Chef can also accommodate many common allergies and dietary preferences, including calorie- and carb-conscious meals, vegetarian dishes, soy- and gluten-free foods, and more.

You can customize your protein too, such as swapping a dish with ground pork for ground turkey, and add a la carte items, including breakfasts and desserts. If the cost of meal delivery kits gives you sticker shock, look at EveryPlate.

This meal delivery service is a much cheaper alternative to most others, including its parent company HelloFresh. EveryPlate is an affordable meal kit company focusing on simple comfort food recipes that are easy to make and tasty.

These meal kits are cheaper than takeout and often groceries, and half the price or less of other meal kit delivery services.

To keep costs low, EveryPlate uses simpler ingredients, recipes, and packaging. You can order three, four, or five meals per week for two or four people.

Each week, you choose from a menu of different dishes, which includes vegetarian meal options. You can customize many meals for free or a modest fee by swapping the protein or side.

EveryPlate meals are fuss-free and familiar, not fancy. If you want to kick your dinners up a notch, you can pay extra for premium meals. This costs extra per serving for ingredients like seafood and steak and slightly more sophisticated dishes.

I tried EveryPlate for myself and found the meal kits to be practical and delicious. The recipes were easy to follow and most of the ingredients looked and tasted good. And while the meal options are more limited than other services, there are still plenty of tasty dishes on the menu, especially if you love comfort food and classic flavors.

If you love cooking as much as you love eating and you have an adventurous palette, Blue Apron is the meal delivery service for you. Blue Apron offers both meal kits you prepare yourself and heat-and-eat meals that are already fully cooked.

Ingredients are sourced directly from family-run farms to ensure freshness and quality and recipes are curated by a team of professional chefs. Blue Apron offers about 19 different meals per week including usually 14 meal kits, three prepared meals, and two ready-to-cook meals that you just put in the oven.

Compared to the price of other meal kit services, Blue Apron is on the higher end of average. When setting up your account, you choose two to five meals per week at two or four servings each. When I tried Blue Apron, I was impressed by the variety.

There were so many different globally inspired, gourmet, and nutritious meals to choose from. The quality of ingredients was excellent and the food was restaurant-quality fantastic. Overall, this meal kit service made me feel like a pro and saved me a lot of time.

Blue Apron would be one of my first choices for people watching their weight too since so many meals are WeightWatchers approved and under calories.

This meal kit delivery service is also great for people who want quick prep or prepared meals. Also, it helps if you have more experience in the kitchen because the recipes can be a little vague, which beginners might find frustrating.

One of the first meal kit delivery services ever and the most popular still today, HelloFresh has meal kits figured out. Fun recipes that are easy and educational make this the best meal delivery service for beginners. The recipes are easy to prepare with simple step-by-step instructions that anyone can follow, and the pre-portioned ingredients provided are always fresh.

HelloFresh offers six different meal plans to choose from, including a vegetarian option, a family-friendly option, and a pescatarian option. Each recipe includes a difficulty rating and nutrition facts. HelloFresh is better than many meal services at catering to different dietary needs.

You can order anywhere from two to six recipes per week — way more options than other meal delivery services — for two or four people each. I tried three meals from HelloFresh and I loved the whole experience. My favorite things about this company were the packaging and the recipe cards.

HelloFresh boxes contain surprisingly little plastic and the meals are separated into individual paper bags, which was way more convenient than sorting through a box full of ingredients. The recipes, another huge strength, included large pictures of each step and helpful tips. The recipes are easy to follow and there are several kid-friendly dishes on the menu.

Plus, HelloFresh lets you customize to your liking. HelloFresh has some balanced meals, but a lot of recipes can be high in fat and calories.

outside their health-forward options. HelloFresh will save you time grocery shopping but might not save you money or might cost more than you spend on dinner now. Sunbasket is a meal delivery service that caters to people valuing sustainable business practices and healthy, organic ingredients.

Sunbasket is the meal kit to choose if you're looking for the freshest ingredients and the healthiest recipes. Although more expensive than competitors, Sunbasket has menus for every diet and lifestyle, whether vegan, paleo, gluten-free, keto-friendly and more.

This service prioritizes quality, first and foremost. Sunbasket has a variety of meals for those who are paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free, and more. In addition to their many creative dishes — like the Moroccan-spiced salmon with jeweled couscous and lemon yogurt or the triple-mushroom quinoa with watercress, scallions, and peas — Sunbasket has an online market, similar to Blue Apron, where you can purchase everything from breakfasts to snacks, to quick lunches and even specialty meats.

The catch with Sunbasket is the price tag. The meal kit portion includes ingredients you follow recipes and cook yourself or options for ready-to-eat meals. The actual price is personalized to how much food you order. Most meals with Hungryroot you prepare yourself are ready in about ten minutes.

Hungryroot mixes in some Walmart and Instacart by also offering a grocery delivery service to its meals.

Options include healthy snacks, sweets, fresh fruit, breakfast items and more. Hungryroot uses a credit-based system that assigns grocery items and recipes a credit value when ordering your plan that corresponds to the number of servings selected. Exclusive to Northeastern U.

Outside normal grocery and prepared meal delivery, those in Brooklyn, Manhattan or other delivery zones in New York can also have alcohol delivered with FreshDirect.

Deliveries with FreshDirect can be made up to a week in advance or if you want your groceries quick they can be scheduled for same-day or next-day delivery in selected two-hour windows subject to availability. Alright, food lovers! Enter the modern marvel: Home Meal Delivery Kits!

Most services offer flexible subscription models. You can usually choose how many meals you want to be delivered each week and for how many people.

One of the coolest things about these kits is the variety. Many companies rotate their menus regularly, offering a mix of classic favorites and global dishes that might be new to you.

Some companies even offer breakfast, dessert, and snack options. The cost per meal can be higher than if you sourced the ingredients yourself.

Also, while companies are making efforts to reduce packaging, there can still be a fair amount in each box, which could be a concern for the eco-conscious among us.

Before we even thought of tasting anything the fun part! From popular blogs to user reviews on various platforms—think Trustpilot, Yelp, and even Reddit—we dug deep to understand what customers truly want.

We prioritized services that offered a range of options. Once we had our list, it was time for our favorite part: taste-testing! We sampled dishes from numerous services, rating them on flavor, freshness, portion sizes, and overall satisfaction. Yes, it was as delicious as it sounds!

We analyzed the cost per meal, looking for services that provided value for money without compromising on taste. An overlooked but super crucial aspect! And of course, we made some cheeky calls to their customer service to see how responsive and helpful they were.

We favored services that used eco-friendly packaging, had recycling options, or showcased any efforts towards sustainability. Armed with all this data, our team sat down for some serious discussions and maybe a food coma or two!

We debated, discussed, and sometimes even passionately argued to whittle down our choices to the final list.

Gone are the days when ordering food was a rare treat. With the advent of meal delivery services, a plethora of culinary delights are just a click away. Imagine getting gourmet dishes or even simple home-cooked style meals delivered right at your door, without the hassle of grocery shopping or meal prepping.

But with the vast sea of options available, how does one pick the right service? Enter meal delivery services! They cater to a range of preferences, from health-focused meals to indulgent treats. Before you get overwhelmed with options, take a moment.

Think about what you really need. Are you aiming to lose weight? Maybe you need high-protein meals. Or are you a gourmet at heart, seeking new and exotic flavors? Pinning down your priorities can narrow the field significantly. From those avoiding gluten to vegans, and from keto enthusiasts to pescatarians, the spectrum is vast.

Check if your prospective vegan meal delivery service can cater to your specific dietary needs. We all dream of eating like royalty, but the wallet does have its limits. While exploring, keep an eye on the price tag. Some services might seem affordable at first but can rack up costs with add-ons.

Find one that offers the best bang for your buck. Look into how your chosen service packages its food. The Skinny: Sun Basket is not the traditional meal kit service you may have in your head.

I want something healthy, fast, and filling enough. Memorable meal: Mu shu bowls with your choice of protein pork and hoisin sauce. This recipe was no joke — it took work and focus.

Despite being very comfortable in the kitchen, I was at times a little overwhelmed. But the work was worthwhile. This meal was refreshing, loaded with an array of ingredients: dried shiitake mushrooms, organic scallions, organic fresh cilantro, organic shredded cabbage, organic shredded carrots, and a stir fry blend made of gluten free tamari, toasted sesame oil, garlic and ginger.

Each bite was rich with flavor, and the variety of textures kept me coming back for more. Quality ingredients. Just a bit more work than expected. One of my hesitations with meal delivery services has been freshness, but Thistle flipped the script quickly on that one.

Their meals consistently struck a balance of sticking to health and wellness, while integrating bold flavors. Memorable meal: Southwestern Black Bean Salad.

For me, an ideal lunch. This salad is packed with Southwest-inspired flavors from the spiced sunflower seeds and creamy vegan chipotle ranch dressing, completed with corn, tomatoes, and black beans.

Honorable mention goes to the Sweet Potato Taco Salad, featured above, which was an interesting riff on the classic Taco Salad vibe. Score: 8. Easy to prep. Perfect serving sizes. Fair pricing. It was clear from the start of my experience that Sakara Life wants to be more than your go-to meal service, they want to inspire your lifestyle.

Everything about this experience was premium. The packaging was beautifully designed with countless subtle details that elevated the experience.

Sakara was the most established brand I tried, the highest quality, and consequently, the most expensive. Ignore the slightly ridiculous name, and dive into this healthy, moist cake and the out-of-nowhere, light and flaky coconut creme. So good in fact, I forgot to take a photo.

So it was special in that way. Score: 9. Just a bit too pricey for a weekly meal plan. Sakara Life struck a phenomenal chord.

Their fresh ingredients designed for creative, filling meals hit the spot with us — for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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However, your meal swipe only allows you to choose the take out option or dine-in option; not both. For more dining options, see locations and hours tab or dining home page for holiday and break hours. A: For a complete list of campus dining locations and hours, please see the Locations tab.

A: Let us know what you need and we will work toward a solution. You can find information for a variety of special diets, as well as nutrition and health information, online at Balanced U. You can also contact dining uic. edu for additional information and personal consultation.

See the Meal Plan tab for details. A: See the Meal Plan tab for details. If you live in one of the residence halls, simply select a dining plan through wallet. Can I still purchase a meal plan? A: Meal plans are available to all UIC students, faculty, and staff.

Please see meal plan page. A: Meal plan enrollment is on-going. Meal plans will be pro-rated based on meal plan enrollment date. A: You can start using the meal plan starting on breakfast of the Thursday before the semester starts. In the Spring the meal plan starts at dinner on the Sunday before semester starts.

A: Students that reside in Residence Halls that do not have a required Meal Plan or those that are off-campus may cancel or change their meal plan selection before the semester starts and during the first two 2 weeks of the Fall and during the first two 2 weeks of Spring semester.

After these periods have ended, no further cancellations or changes may be made. Residents and commuters can also log on and change their meal plan by going to wallet. For those with issues logging on to wallet or need to make a correction, please contact ID center Q: If I cancel my meal plan before the cancelation deadline, do I receive a full refund or is it a partial refund?

A: You will receive a partial refund. The refund is based on a weekly-prorated schedule and you have until the end of the 2 nd week of the Fall or Spring semester to cancel the plan.

Q: I live on campus, how do I confirm that the meal plan I chose is the correct one charged to my account? A: Students living in traditional residence halls ARC, CMN, CTY, CMW, JST are required to purchase a meal plan.

Any UIC student, faculty or staff member can purchase a meal plan if they would like. Please be aware many dining locations are cashless. A: Unlike the meal plan, the cost to purchase a meal provides for a one-time individual access to the dining area. Meal costs are:. Q: When my card is swiped at the register, it does not show I have a meal plan.

Where can I check this? A: wallet. edu or call if you are not able to access your account. A: The meal resets each week on Monday. Unused weekly meal allocation is forfeited. Meal plan swipes are non-transferable.

A: Flames Fare is a dining bonus purchasing system loaded to your i-card that can be used in specific dining locations only.

Flames Fare is sold to students, faculty, and staff in packages with bonus Flames Fare automatically loaded to your i-card. Flames Fare Transactions are always sales tax free. Refunds are not available for unused Flames Fare dollars.

Flames Fare balances carry over from fall to spring semester and from spring semester to summer sessions only. Thanks to Instructables runners' up prize packs, I have more robot T-shirt than there are days of the week.

Throughout the year I intentionally ordered different sizes so that I would have a variety to offer for this project. I kept my favorite colors in my size and put the rest in care packages for other people to enjoy.

Hand Warmer Packs -- Consider including these, especially if your region reaches very low temperatures. Even with two pairs of gloves on, midwest winters can still manage to make your fingers ache.

One time use hand warmer packs can help someone get through an especially rough night, and can be tucked into a boot or inside a coat to warm whatever is most needed. In the interest of keeping this light and portable, this section will not be a full-on first aid kit. Rather, this will address the most basic of ailments and injuries that someone can self treat.

Basic Bandages --I prefer fabric bandages since they are a bit more resistant to peeling if they get wet. Throwing a few bandages in your pack will give the person something to use next time they get a simple cut or scratch, helping to prevent infection.

Common OTC Medicines -- These might include Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Antacid tablets, Cough Drops, Motrin, etc. The thought is that if a person as a headache, cold, or other minor ailment, they don't have to suffer through it.

This is not intended to be a substitute for real medical attention, just a means of making someone's life suck a tiny bit less. Multipacks of OTC medicines can be purchased at office supply places like Staples, and would normally be used for office first aid kits.

Buying this way is ideal because the meds come prepackaged in individual doses, so you can easily divide the stock amongst many care packages. Don't feel like you have to give every person an entire medicine cabinet. In each of my packs, I included 2 types of medicine, 2 band-aids, and a cough drop.

PMS relief packets went into the women's packs, and everything else was just random. If you've got a lot of packages circulating, hopefully people can trade with each other for what they need most.

If it would be difficult for your to fund these care packages on your own, consider getting other sources involved.

Friends, Family, and Co-Workers -- A well worded announcement that you are doing this project will make people feel invited to contribute, rather than obligated.

If your supervisor allows it, post a flyer in the office kitchen letting people know about your project, and how they can connect with you if they want to get involved. I made a post on Facebook announcing my plan and simply said anyone who wants to contribute to the effort is welcome to do so. People were excited about the idea of doing something good, and several colleagues and friends made donations of food, toiletries, or cash for me to make another dollar store trip.

Local Stores --Approaching local grocery stores is worth a shot, though the results are hit and miss. You can ask to speak with a manager and tell them about your care packages. Tell them you'd be grateful for any shelf stable food or toiletry items that they are about to get rid of.

Most of the stuff headed to the dumpster like spoiled produce or meats obviously won't be viable for your packages, but once in a while the timing is right and you can score something handy. If the Freebie Gods don't smile on you, check the clearance cart for toiletries like toothpaste that are about to "expire" even though they're still fine and nab them for super cheap.

Corporations -- Unfortunately, you won't have much luck here unless you are part of an official c charity. Most corporations have strict guidelines for donations or have designated charity groups they do annual business with, and will send you a polite "no" response.

If you have a personal connection to a brand, like a relative that works for the company, you may have better luck than I did. Generally, I'd say writing to large companies is worth a shot, but do not hinge your project on their cooperation. Do this because YOU want to do it.

Once you have your items selected, you'll need to bundle them together for easy distribute to recipients. Different packaging options offer varied benefits. Consider your budget and the weather in your area to choose the best solution.

Large Ziplocs -- Waterproof and compact, but no handle for easy carrying. Fortunately, this keeps things at a manageable size to be tucked into a person's existing bags. I recommend gallon size bags --no smaller.

Plastic Grocery Bags --Easy to carry and free unless you live in CA where they're off limits now but thin plastic may tear easily over time. Re-useable Tote Bag -- You may be able to purchase these cheaply in quantity. Durable and handy even after all your goodies are gone, though not usually water proof.

Purses --For women or those who identify as women. A friend of mine saw the idea of using purses online and wanted to contribute her old purses to the cause, but remarked that she never sees homeless women in her area, only homeless men.

I told her I would gladly put those purses to use, so she mailed me some to use in a second round of care packs after christmas. Avoid small clutch bags that won't hold your essentials, and consider staying away from super large or expensive looking bags that might become an obvious target for theft.

Allocating Goods -- I found it best to just lay out items on top of bags before doing any packing. This lets you see how things come together; what you have a lot of, and what you're short on. Don't fret if every package isn't identical. If you run out of lip balm, toss in an extra shampoo or granola bar instead.

Figure out if you want to put several tampons in each pack, or just one --allowing you to make a greater number of women's packages overall. If your care packages for men and women do not have obvious visual differences purse vs.

ziploc , you may do well to find a quick way of labeling them. You can apply color coded stickers to the outside of the bag, or simply "man" or "woman" on it with a Sharpie. This way the items go to a person who can use them.

A male recipient won't need tampons, and may not think to save them to give to a female friend, so you want to get items like that into the hands of a woman in the first place, if possible.

The homeless man I initially spoke with was approachable and friendly, and I felt comfortable asking if he would help me with my mission. We arranged that I would bring him a large bag full of care packages and then he could distribute them within the homeless community, which usually gathers in a particular park.

I realize this is a gamble, as some people might keep everything for themselves or try to sell it, but I really believe this guy is interested in doing the right thing and will distribute as intended. Character judgement comes into play here and there's no easy Ible for that --you just have to trust your gut.

He had two friends sitting with him at the time, to whom I handed care packages personally. One guy was so excited about the juice box and the nice new T-shirt! They were very grateful, wanted to shake hands, and wished me a merry christmas.

While I won't get to see the full effect of the packages on the streets, that little preview felt pretty good. If you don't have a relationship like this established, you can keep care packages in your car.

If you see a homeless person at an intersection, you can roll down your window and give them a package instead of giving cash. I have done this in the past with very good results, and will hold on a few packs to keep in my car this winter.

Consider giving them to your local food bank or a women's shelter. People in need will come to these locations, eliminating the need for you to seek them out. A woman in my neighborhood throws a party on her lawn every christmas and has a big donation bin for a local shelter. If I have packages left over from my one on one distribution, I'll deposit them there.

I've entered this project in the Homemade Gifts contest for visibility. While I always appreciate votes, what is most important to me is that you DO this project. SHARE this project.

Too late for x-mas? Do it for Valentines Day, St. Patrick's, Easter, or just because. I'd like to see this happening in communities all over, so if you make a care package for someone less fortunate even just one person , tell me what you put in it or post a photo in the comments.

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