Mom did so much for others, senior citizens and especially those in need.

I started delivering meals with GLWD the Christmas after my son died, in 2013. I wanted a way to turn my grief into something meaningful by making what was a hard day for me, and probably a hard day for folks receiving meals, a little bit happier, warmer, and brighter. I took the love that I had for my son but couldn't share with him and shared it with other people--the people I delivered meals to. In doing so, I felt more connected to my son and to the shared humanity of those around me. Since then, I've donated cakes on my son's birthday, delivered meals on holidays when I've missed him, and given donations in his name. It helps maintain my son's memory, which I need, and benefits people who have a different kind of need. So ultimately, it's reciprocal--the best kind of giving.

Donating in honor of Gary, my big brother's best friend from childhood, an artist/radiologist who died on April 19, 1997. I was at his side. He was loved, and missed.

I had a great time volunteering, knowing I was doing something important for those in need and I had the pleasure of working with other volunteers I met for the first time. I enjoyed their company and guidance. The time went by rather quickly and we worked fantastic together. Two of the volunteers (Michael and Paul) I met have been doing this for some time on a consistent basis. I am glad I had the chance to meet them, they are both wonderful people. It was a fun atmosphere and look forward to the next time.

I've learned about GLWD from watching FoodTV network Chef Amanda Freitag on Chopped. I've volunteered in various capacities, since my teenage years in Gouverneur Hospital (84-87) then onto the NYPD Auxiliary Police(87-2011). In November 2017, I started out as a Van assistant, then switched to helping in the kitchen. I enjoy meeting fellow volunteers. Working with Chefs Curtis and Andre. The hands on experience, I'm gaining knowledge about food safety. I especially love working with folks from all walks of life. Thank you, GLWD for affording me the opportunity to serve others.

I've learned about GLWD from watching FoodTV network Chef Amanda Freitag on Chopped. I've volunteered in various capacities, since my teenage years in Gouverneur Hospital (84-87) then onto the NYPD Auxiliary Police(87-2011). In November 2017, I started out as a Van assistant, then switched to helping in the kitchen. I enjoy meeting fellow volunteers. Working with Chefs Curtis and Andre. The hands on experience, I'm gaining knowledge about food safety. I especially love working with folks from all walks of life. Thank you, GLWD for affording me the opportunity to serve others.

Life is full of difficult as well as accompanying celebratory moments. I have been a food prep volunteer at God's Love We Deliver for over 6 years. I honestly love the people that I share two hours with every week including those that I see and catch-up with weekly as well as those new faces who provide fresh interactions. I think of the role of food in both this "work" and in the gift that we are passing along to those in real need. I have been in NYC since the late 80s and still remember food playing an instrumental role in the early days of HIV. Several wonderful friends and I would gather in the lobby lounge of St. Vincent's Hospital, mostly on weekends, and we would bring doughnuts which we shared lovingly with family members of young men who were dying from a difficult-to-grasp disease. Many of these fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, friends had no experience in NYC and we wanted to comfort them given the unfamiliar, unique surroundings and the unforeseeable end to loved one's lives. Food was then, and can be now, a social salve to bring all of us together in difficult and celebratory moments.

Sometimes the day just wears on and the diffuse arthritis makes it difficult to go to the kitchen for anything,let alone to cook up a meal as great as those GLWD brings!! It truly is Love,plain and simple!

I had stage 4 ovarian cancer at age forty and a close friend arranged for me to receive meals from Gods Love We Deliver. It was an incredibly uplifting experience to have received this service. I don't know how I would have made it without this great blessing. Thank you with all my ❤.

I just wanted to drop a note and tell you I think your Nutrition Tips for Caregivers is FABULOUS. I found you by accident doing a google search trying to find something I could use as a training tool for our home services caregivers. Our girls serve elderly and disabled folks in their homes and this little book is perfect.. it is well written, laid out great, and touches perfectly on all the most important points. Thank you so much for making this available!!

My family made donation in 1999 in honor of my brother. We have made additional contributions through the years. While he did not died of HIV/AIDS, we choose in God's Love We Deliver because it represents the values that my brother held very dear. Back in 1999, In God's Love We Deliver focussed almost exclusively on patients with HIV/AIDS but that was not the point. He truly understood that we are all responsible for each other no matter what the reason, and my family felt that this organization and its mandate truly represented him and the wonderful man he was.

I just want to... THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!!!! YOUR ORGANIZATION IS TRULY GODSEND. TODAY IS MY 1ST DELIVERY AND THE GENTLEMAN CAME EARLY AND GREATED ME WITH WITH A SMILE. MAY GOD GOD POUR OUT OF BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOUR ORGANIZATION UNTIL YOU HAVE NO ROOM TO RECIEVE...IN JESUS NAME...AMEN.

Last night I was having a beer at the legendary and now NYC landmark "Stonewall" I considered it my first time in there, first time I was too drunk to remember. I told the bartender no more drinks because I can not spend any more money, and he said oh take your shirt off and I'll get you a free one I laughed and made a joke out of it, he laughed, then he said or you could get on your knees, to what I responded immediately "if God wanted me to be on my knees he would put diamonds on the floor!" no one laughed... so I had to remind the guy next to me "that was a joke that Joan River's used to make" to what he responded "oh yeah yeah" I said to him, you don't like her? he said uhhh.... he asked the bartender, the bartender (I don't wanna use names) said in a very defensive voice "she's Joan Rivers" he clearly loved her, and so do I. The guy went on how "raci" her jokes were, how she didn't know middle-class America, all the bullcrap that no one wanted to hear because it was not true. At some point he said that he didn't like her, to what I replied "how can you not like someone you don't know?" All I could say was, I am not a sociologist and I never heard of a study on America's middle class about her, all I know is that she was amazing and that her own country treated her really bad by not giving her the recognition she deserved, she always said that she will never be taken seriously as an actress because of who she was. Altho, she was an actress playing a comedian in real life. So that argument got me thinking, if a woman like her, who made millions laugh, which is a really hard job to do, someone who is one of the people who taught me to make fun of myself before others do, and started a group of people who bring food to AIDS patients, and on thanksgiving will deliver food personally is disliked by some people, I can only imagine how many people could dislike me. Jk. But seriously, if a wonderful person like her is not remembered with anything but love, there is something wrong in this society we live in. Honoring Joan and what motivated her to help others, as a thank you for all the laughs that he brought to my face at , specially at the Laurie Beechman Theater This, and the fact that for the first time, I am experiencing somehow with AIDS, not me personally, but in someone who is very dear to me, someone i really admire and appreciate, someone I love, makes me wanna get involved and help. I might not find a cure... but I can bring a smile to many. I'm signing up to volunteer... I hope to hear back from the volunteering team soon!

I know how important your work is to to clients and for that I am forever grateful. My wife, Sherry, has been volunteering in the kitchen for over a year and for that I am also grateful to GLWD for making such an important contribution to her life.

Thank for delivering my meals it's hard to go out shop and stand more then two minutes thank you very

Thanks to GLWD I am able to get meals that are nutritionally healthy for me as I am limited in mobility and can't cooj for myself. The meals allow me to stretch my food stamps monthly and the staff assists me with having someone here at home prepare meals that I would not normally cook for myself and are healthier. Thanks GLWD You're the best

When my cousin was dying of AIDS, his partner called GLWD to have food brought to their home because my cousin's taste buds and eating habit had already changed drastically. It's because of GLWD that I volunteer for GLWD as much as I can.

GLWD has had a huge impact on my life. In 1994, I came to NYC and GLWD through a summer volunteer internship, at 19 years of age. I got to experience so many aspects of the organization, which I loved, like helping to produce the first AIDS service organization guide for NYC. I learned so many skills in the kitchen, that I still use today. I even got to represent GLWD volunteers in an MTV special. My favorite memory, though, was delivering meals and interacting with clients, particularly to those who were most alone, so many of them. I recall one young female client living in an SRO, whose prior days' meals had piled up, untouched, and she was extremely emaciated. She was also addicted to crack cocaine and using prostitution to survive and support her habit. I found a way to manage her meal delivery so that I could stop during my break and get her to eat with me. We became friends, and I was her only visitor in the hospital until she died shortly after her 30th birthday. The only regret she had, was that she wished she had been more honest in her life. I believe, in part, thanks to GLWD, we don't have these kinds of stories anymore. HIV transmission has decreased, the stigma is waning, and more love through nutrition is being spread to more people in need. I am still friends with and inspired by many of the staff I met there, over 20 years ago, including the amazing Pat Costello. I dream of getting involved again some day, given my passion for nutrition and neuroscience.

I am so glad there is help for people like us

God's Love We Deliver is my happy place! Where else can you go to do good and feel like you benefited more when you walked out?

God's Love We Deliver is and has been a blessing to me. Since I have been a client with GLWD my health has really improved. I am eating healthier then in the past. The dietician services are also a blessing, they guide me towards better eating habits and provide information about which foods are better for me. The person who delivers my meals is really nice. I was blown away the first time I got a birthday cake from GLWD, they filled a void that was empty (on my birthday). As you read my experience it becomes obvious that GLWD is a great one! Thank you GLWD for your labor of love.

I have Multiple Sclerosis and have been very fortunate to have found such a wonderful organization that provides such a great service. As my condition progresses I find it more difficult to cook, your meals are very nutritious and delicious. Thanks to all of those at Gods love for your amazing service its made my days much brighter.

Four plus years of scooping, packing, cutting and scraping, of meeting wonderful people and making new friends, of making a difference. What more could you ask for? How about four more years? Love you guys.

I first heard about God's Love while volunteering with other NYU Alumni in the kitchen, food prepping on Sunday shift. The experience was so rewarding that I became a regular. Now I volunteer at least once a week helping with meal kit assembling and plan to commit more hours in the near future. Here is the picture of our NYU group, who is already scheduled to repeat the shift in a few weeks: https://www.facebook.com/NYURAN/photos/a.542234769138590.132369.256832281012175/1228262250535835/?type=3&theater

I'm fighting breast cancer. I received two deliveries until now, and I'm very impressed with the quality of the food. I really appreciate it that it's not junk! My two kids also receiving meals, and we are so very grateful! GLWD making life much easier right now, thank you!

My wonderful son-in-law, Nick Yarmac, is very involved and very dedicated to God's Love We Deliver.

I had surgery on my brain over a year ago. 2 tumors were removed & I thankfully was able to receive meals. If I had the strength to volunteer I would start tomorrow. I will definitely leave U in my will!

My beloved older brother. my soulmate, died of AIDS 21 years ago. There were no treatments to save him then. He died at my mother's home surrounded by siblings, nieces, nephews and even his ex-wife. I miss him still and always will. I support God's Love We Deliver in his name. There could be no more fitting tribute to one who ministered to those in need throughout his life.

You helped my friend Jeffrey back in 1985 when most people turned away from Aids patients. Sometimes the food delivery was his only human contact for days. The food was good and it kept him alive for awhile. I volunteer with you because you are there for people in need. Thank you.

Thank you. Working full time then having to be home by a certain time to start my mom's treatment. Food shopping is not easy due to fact my mom on a special diet and it takes too long to read labels which I do not have time for. Cooking is impossible because I have only an hour to do things. It was heartbreaking for me to see my mom not getting a good meal and losing weight. I felt guilty that I fail to provide my mom with a good meal. Then a social worker guided me to God Love We Deliver , what a difference it has made; my mom gained weight and is getting stronger everyday. GLWD has remove one burden for me but providing these meals to my mom. Thank you.

My gratitude to God's Love We Deliver is immeasurable. My longterm involvement with God's Love granted me the honor of serving and getting to know so many of our clients with AIDS beginning in 1987 and many opportunities to advocate for their overall care and unique service needs. I'm at a loss to adequately thank the compassionate and dedicated God's Love staff and delivery volunteers for not only providing critical nutritional assistance to so many of my friends with AIDS, particularly Joe who I shared a loving 19 year relationship with, but for also giving each one of them a sense of relevance combined with comfort and love by preparing and delivering their meals with so much joy.

I have only been a client for a short time I am an amputee and on dialysis .the food and service is great .I was very surprised to receive a birthday cake on my birthday.many thanks and bless all involved.

My husband has advanced Parkinson's with all the challenges that entails. Cooking and shopping for him had become a real burden for me (a senior citizen). GLWD was able to offer food prepared so that he can eat it (minced and pureed). It is delicious and he really does enjoy his meals. It is helping to keep his weight up. In addition GLWD is delivering meals to me, his caregiver which has helped relieve a lot of my daily stress. You are all wonderful!!

woke up this morning with the blues staying in bed all day to snooze this date used to be great every year i couldn't wait there used to be family and friend today trying to comprehend why it all had to end everyone is gone and yet i pretend someone new might have cause to take a moment of pause and acknowledge my birthday this sad grey day then suddenly all became gay glwd arrived with a special birthday cake didn't immediately partake took some moments to reflect about this overwhelming effect glwd not only brings us food they also know to include our spirit soul food thank you for remembering my special place now if you'll excuse me, i'm gonna stuff my face

I would like to thank all of you for the services that your organization provided for me when I began the services I was under weight now I have gained weight and have discontinued the services. I was able to share some of my food with the other people at the shelter I live at also and some of them are now your clients I look forward to volunteering in 2015

You helped my friend Jeffrey with meals when he could not help himself. He had full blood aids and was using drugs. He removed himself from his support system by moving to the Bronx. Yet God's Love got him hot meals every day. Sometimes it was the only human experience he had and it kept him going. This was back in 1985. I thank you for everything you did for him.

Being raised Italian, food has always equated love in our family. So to me, having to worry about food when dealing with an illness is an anxiety that I wish no one would ever have to deal with; which is why I've been a volunteer with GLWD for over 10 years. It's my hope that my small contribution helps GLWD make life a little easier for all those we serve.

I just wanted to send my heartfelt thanks to everyone at Gods Love We Deliver. My father had a heart attack and needed a lot of support when he got home from the hospital. I was so worried about him cooking and eating properly. I live 100 miles away and could only do so much. Gods Love We Deliver was incredibly kind and helpful during that difficult time. The meals were delicious and nutritious and filling. The tilapia was Dad's favorite! The service was top notch. It was good to know that kind hearted and caring folks were delivering the meals- always on time! Thank you so very much to the entire team...you really make a huge difference during a tough time!

Donating today in memory and on the birthday of my Mom, Susan. She was a supporter of GLWD and very active in community outreach. The best way to honor her today is to do as she showed me and help all of you continue what you do for the GLWD clients. Love to all of you for volunteering your time and energy.

Both of my parents 84 and 77 have become severely ill in the last 5 weeks. As an only child and a working wife and mother it has been very tiring and stressful to be sure they are eating properly. We are in the process of becoming clients. Everyone has been so helpful. I hope all works out. They are so excited to become part of this group.