First Rising Zion Baptist Church – Food Distribution

First Rising Zion Baptist Church operates the Helping Hands Food Distribution Ministry, which provides emergency food assistance and non-perishable items to needy families and partner organizations in Washington, DC, including the Community of Hope, the Strong Families Program, New Endeavors for Women, and the House of Ruth. The ministry was established in October 2003 and continues to serve low-income residents and homeless individuals throughout the Shaw Community and surrounding DC neighborhoods.