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Thank you for considering a donation to Neighbors In Need. We greatly appreciate any amount you can give. To make a donation fill out the form below.

Donate By Check

Donations by check should be made payable to Neighbors In Need and mailed to:



If you are giving in memory or honor of a loved one or friend, and you would like for us to send an acknowledgment, please be sure to send a note with your check. Many thanks!

Neighbors In Need is a tax-exempt 501 c 3 organization. Our nonprofit tax ID is 22-2481699. Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your donation receipt as your official record.

Ways to Give

Make a donation to Neighbors In Need today!

There are numerous ways to support Neighbors In Need, each offering unique benefits to both the donor and the community. You can make a one-time or recurring cash donation, which provides immediate funds for food and essential items. Stock donations and contributions through Donor-Advised Funds offer tax advantages while maximizing your impact. Employer matching gifts can double or triple your contribution and planned giving ensures your legacy of generosity endures. Your contributions are vital in making a real, lasting difference in our community.

Neighbors In Need is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our tax ID is 22-2481699. Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your donation receipt as your official record. It will be sent to you upon successful completion of your donation. Thank you for your generosity.

Questions about giving? Please contact Helena@needfood.org or at (978) 685 8321.

Tribute Gifts

Donate in memory of a loved one or to commemorate a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary. Making a Memorial Gift is a meaningful way to honor someone special and help others in need. Honor Gifts let you donate while celebrating events such as anniversaries, graduations, weddings, birthdays, and retirements. These celebrations become more meaningful when your gift helps improve others’ lives. Families of the deceased or honoree will receive a notification of your generous gift, without the amount. You will receive a separate acknowledgment for your records.

Ready to make a tribute gift? Click on the donate button and be sure to let us know who you are honoring or remembering in the fields provided. Please email Helena@needfood.org with questions or if you need assistance.

Recurring Gifts

Becoming a recurring donor ensures that Neighbors In Need can provide healthy food and dry diapers to Greater Lawrence families year-round. Your consistent generosity offers dependable funding that makes a real difference in the lives of these families. 

To make a recurring gift, click on the Donate button, choose “Monthly”, select an amount and complete the donor information form. You can cancel at any time.  Email Helena@needfood.org if you would like to make a recurring gift according to another schedule (weekly, quarterly, etc.).

Matching Gifts

Many employers match charitable contributions made by their employees. By partnering with your employer, your gift to Neighbors In Need could be doubled or even tripled. 

65% of Fortune 500 companies offer matching gift programs.  Over 26 million individuals work for companies with matching gifts programs. Please check with your employee benefits department to see if your company offers matching gifts.  If they do you will be asked to complete a paper or electronic form. You will need information about the donation you made to NIN as well as the NIN Tax ID Number: 22-2481699.  Email Helena@needfood.org to let us know about your matching donation or with any questions.

Donor Advised Funds

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) offer a flexible and efficient way to support Neighbors In Need. By contributing to a DAF, you can allocate funds to charitable organizations while enjoying potential tax benefits. Recommending grants from your DAF to Neighbors In Need ensures that your generosity directly supports our mission to provide healthy food and essential items to families in Greater Lawrence. Consider using your DAF to support Neighbors In Need and be a crucial part of our community’s well-being.

For informational purposes only. Neighbors In Need is not affiliated or endorsing Fidelity Charitable or Fidelity Giving Funds. Select a fund that is right for you.

Stock Gifts

Making a stock donation to Neighbors In Need is a powerful way to support our mission while potentially receiving significant tax benefits. By donating appreciated stocks directly, you can avoid capital gains taxes and may be eligible for a charitable deduction based on the stock’s fair market value. This form of giving can maximize your contribution, allowing us to provide more healthy food and essential items to families in Greater Lawrence. Consider contributing stocks to help us sustain and grow our vital services.

For informational purposes only. Neighbors In Need is not affiliated with or endorsing Free Will or its donor related products.

Planned Giving

Planned giving allows you to leave a lasting legacy with Neighbors In Need by including us in your estate plans. Through bequests, trusts, or other planned giving options, you can ensure that your commitment to helping families in Greater Lawrence continues for generations. Your foresight and generosity will provide ongoing support for our mission, making a profound and enduring impact on the community.