Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services
April 2025 Schedule
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4/4/25 Friday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST (Please see free food and grocery distribution eligibility requirements below).
4/5/25 Saturday – Kids and Parents Gardening Nutrition Workshop – 10:30am EST-3:30 pm Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center 10 College St NW Norcross, Georgia 30071
4/5/25 Saturday – Indoor Plant and Flower Pop – up Sale – 11:30pm EST-3:30pm Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center 10 College St NW Norcross, Georgia 30071
4/7/25 Monday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
4/8/25 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop
Part 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles*
4/9/25 Wednesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop
Part 2 Building Vocabulary | Word of the Day*
4/11/25 Friday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
4/11/25 Friday – Board of Directors Meeting – 6:00 pm EST
Community free food distribution – 10:30 am EST
4/14/25 Monday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
4/15/25 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop
Part 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles*
4/16/25 Wednesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop
Part 2 Building Vocabulary | Word of the Day*
4/18/25 Friday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
4/18/25 Friday – Board of Directors Meeting – 6:00 pm EST
Community free food distribution – 10:30 am EST
4/21/25 Monday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
4/22/25 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop
Part 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles*
4/23/25 Wednesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop
Part 2 Building Vocabulary | Word of the Day*
4/25/25 Friday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
4/28/25 Monday – Community free food distribution – 10:00 am – 1pm EST
DFOWW Incorporated’s free food and grocery distribution eligibility requirements:
Free food and grocery distribution eligibility requirements include but are not limited to the following:
Must be enrolled in the Write-Right Nutrition Program. Must attend an in-person nutrition literacy workshop before being eligible to receive assistance. Nutrition literacy workshops are hosted monthly. Date, time and location of nutrition literacy workshops will be published in the announcement category on our official website. Must receive SNAP or TANF benefits. Proof of identity during food pickup is also required.
Once an application for enrollment in the Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP) is submitted, please allow a minimum of 45 days for processing. While the Write-Right Nutrition Program provides supplemental free food and groceries to low-income individuals and families with children, a core component of the program includes nutrition literacy education.
We prioritize our free food distributions for individuals and families with children enrolled in our nutrition program (Write-Right Nutrition Program). Verification of SNAP or TANF benefits in the form of an award letter or acknowledgement of benefit letter from the agency of jurisdiction along with a copy of current valid government issued ID are requirements for acceptance into the program. Applicants will be required to attend an in-person nutrition literacy workshop and provide verification of the above listed items before being eligible to pick up free food.
Simply filling out an application to enroll into the Write-Right Nutrition Program does not automatically guarantee your acceptance; you still need to meet the program’s eligibility criteria and will need to undergo an interview or verification process to be approved.
Funding availability:
The Write-Right Nutrition Program has limited funding, meaning even if you meet income-based eligibility requirements, your acceptance is not guaranteed. Other factors like overall suitability for the program will also play a significant role in the decision-making process.
When considering acceptance into the Write-Right Nutrition Program factors like income level, household size, dietary needs, health conditions, geographic location, access to healthy food, existing nutrition knowledge, willingness to participate in nutrition literacy educational workshops, and potential for behavior change will be evaluated, alongside eligibility criteria based on income guidelines and demographics.
Please note DFOWW Incorporated does not provide transportation services of any kind to those enrolled in our programs, the general public, or for those who wish to attend our in-person workshops. We do not provide food delivery services, including covering fees for Uber, Lyft, Marta etc. Individuals who are enrolled in our programs and/or who meet the free food and grocery distribution eligibility requirements are required to provide their own transportation.
*Special online reading and writing workshops are open to the public at 1:00 pm EST.
Additional Announcements
The Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP)
This program addresses food insecurity challenges disproportionately impacting low-income communities and families with children. Under this program, we host low-cost community workshops in which all participants receive nutrition literacy information and a complimentary, healthy meal. Low-income families with children and/or primary caretakers of children under 17 who experience food insecurity, can apply to enroll in the WRNP program. Eligible applicants will receive free food contingent on available grant funding.
While local food banks often provide exigent, necessary food to those in need, the Write-Right Nutrition Program (WRNP) provides nutritious meals to families with children along with nutrition literacy information workshops. This allows participants to obtain, process and understand nutrition information and skills needed to make appropriate nutrition related decisions. The Write-Right Nutrition program consists of 6 in-person workshops totaling 24 hours of curriculum for the whole family. A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who complete all 6 workshops. The Write-Right Nutrition Program is our nonprofit organization’s core program, and it is free for all kids 17 years of age and under.
In support of Earth Day & Arbor Day, our nonprofit organization will be hosting our Kids and Parents Gardening nutrition workshop on Saturday April 5, 2025, from 10:30am – 3:30pm at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center. During this horticulture workshop, both kids and their parents or guardian will learn the art of basic gardening. It’s important that both children and adults understand how food is grown, and how to obtain it efficiently and cost-effectively.
This workshop includes basic gardening for youth ages 5 to 12 and includes container gardening, planting vegetables, and learning about the life cycle of plants. Growing our own food enables us to harvest fresh, nutrient-rich produce at a low cost. This can contribute to a healthier diet and encourage more fresh fruit and vegetable consumption. Many people believe salt and pepper add flavor to food; however, herbs and spices provide food with flavor. Herbs and spices are also better for your heart health than salt and sugar.
Courtesy of Lowes Home Improvement, we will be providing all the seeds, fruit and vegetable plants, herbs, and spice plants to the workshop participants. And yes, all the vegetable, fruit, herb, and spice plants are yours to keep. Representatives from Lowes Home Improvement will be in attendance offering gardening tips to children and their parents. This workshop is going to be fun for both kids and their parents, and a bit messy with all the different types of soil we will be using.
During lunch break at 12noon, we will be serving free catered lunch from Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant to all attendees. We will be serving different menu items including chicken dishes. Vegetarian meal options will also be available. During the lunch break we will also be hosting a plant fundraising sale. We will have a variety of perennials and other indoor and outdoor plants to decorate your garden. Perennials are very popular for growers because they are low maintenance and return year after year. All the money we raise from our plant sale will be used to help fund our nutrition program to ensure its always free for kids.
We want to emphasize space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your seat today by completing the registration form and paying the $10 fee (Low-income families) which includes all the supplies, materials, and free catered lunch. Spread the word and get ready for a day of fun learning and good food! If you get a chance, also please check out our official Facebook page at DFOWW Incorporated.
Kids and Parents Gardening Nutrition Workshop
Date: Saturday April 5, 2025
Cost: $10 (Low-income)
Time: 10:30am – 3:30pm
Location: Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center
10 College St NW
Norcross, Georgia 30071
DFOWW Incorporated (678)977-9703
Free Parking!
Bring the Kids!
Free Supplies & Materials!
Free Catered Lunch!
Register now by using the link below:
https://dfoww.org/write-right-nutrition-program-workshop-registration/
April is generally considered a great time to plant your perennials, as the threat of frost has usually passed, and soil temperatures are warm enough for most plants to establish themselves well, making it a good window to introduce new perennials to your garden.
Unlike annuals, perennials are a one-time purchase that pays you back for years, making them a great economic choice for gardeners on a budget. Perennials come back every year, so you don’t need to replant them each spring. Our nonprofit organization DFOWW Incorporated is hosting a free indoor plant pop-up fundraiser sale on Saturday April 5, 2025, from 11:30pm – 3:30pm. Free catered lunch from Maggiano’s will be served to anyone who makes a minimum 2 plant purchase. In addition, if you buy 2 plants you also get a 3rd plant free.
Plant selections include but not limited to the following, Geraniums, Black-eyed Susans, Coneflowers, Shasta daisies, Hollyhocks, Lavender, Lilies, Lupines, Primroses, Russian Sage, Clematis Daffodils, Baby’s Breath, Tulips, Bee Balms, Mother of Thyme, Digitalis Dalmatian (Foxglove), Amsonia (Blue Star), Shasta Daisy, Hostas, False Indigo (Baptisia), Phlox, Hydrangeas, Stonecrop (Sedum), Astereae (Asters) Bromeliads, Tortum Philodendron, Esqueleto Monstera, Silver Dragon Alocasia, Little Swiss Monstera, Moonlight Scindapsus, Raven ZZ, Baltic Blue Pothos, Peru Monstera, Pink princess philodendron, Calathea plant, Alocasia jacklyn, Geogenanthus (rare), Prayer plant, philodendrons, Zamioculcas, Snake plant, Money tree, Peace lily, Lucky bamboo, Anthurium, and array of other indoor and outdoor plants.Plant prices range from $15 to $40 depending on size and selection type. This is a kid-friendly event, so bring the family. Check out our Facebook page at DFOWW Incorporated.
Plant Pop-up Fundraiser
Date: Saturday April 5, 2025
Cost: Free
Time: 11:30pm -3:30pm
Location: Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center
10 College St NW
Norcross, Georgia 30071
DFOWW Incorporated (678)977-9703
Free parking!
Being the kids!
Scan the QR on the flyer or register using the link below:
https://dfoww.org/free-indoor-yard-and-plant-sale-event…/
The Write-Right Entrepreneurship Program (WREP)
WREP provides guidance to entrepreneurs who are passionate about a cause on how to start a non-profit in Georgia, as well as the sustainability of the non-profit through pecuniary resources, grants, and funding. The program also provides mentorship and guidance to youth wanting to be entrepreneurs. Many people want to start their own businesses but lack the skills and resources to become an entrepreneur. However, entrepreneurship paves the way for generating wealth and higher earnings. The benefits of owning a business extend beyond the business that is established. Entrepreneurs improve the lives of individuals, communities, and the overall economy. Entrepreneurship promotes innovation and self-reliance, as well as generates employment opportunities.
The Write-Right Literacy Program (WRLP)
The Write-Right Literacy Program is a series of in-person and virtual workshops aligned with the common core standards and are designed to address literacy achievement challenges unique to low-income communities and families with children. The WRLP was developed to assist low-income individuals over 18 without a high school diploma to take the Reasoning Through Language Arts portion of the state GED test. At-risk 16- and 17-year-old youth seeking enrollment will only be considered with verifiable parental consent. The WRLP is listed on the National Literacy Directory (NLD) website.
Updates| Booking information | Contact us
All monthly special readings, writing workshops, and the WRLP schedules will be available in our website’s Announcement category on the sixth calendar day of each month. Please note that the date may change depending on national holidays and the board of directors’ recess periods. We have also updated our Logophiles word game rules. Winners will receive $25.
We are currently seeking technical writers, computer science majors, I.T. specialists, editors, grant writers, English teachers, and those with marketing and finance experience to serve on our board of directors. If you or someone you know might be interested, please complete the board member application under the Join Our Team category here on our website. Keep up to date with each of our free online reading and writing workshops.
All the programs we offer are low-cost; however, to make this possible, we rely on donations from the public. If you are interested in donating to help fund the Write-Right Literacy Program and/or the Write-Right Nutrition Program, please visit our PayPal Giving Fund at the following link: https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/3946649
Because we are a 501(c)3 federal tax-exempt nonprofit charity organization, all donations made to the charity organization are tax deductible.
If you are interested in learning more about our programs and workshop booking fees, please email us at info@dfoww.org. DFOWW Incorporated’s contact information has been updated as follows: Our general contact email address is info@dfoww.org. In addition, the nonprofit’s official business contact telephone number is (678) 977-9703 (main office).
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