Closing the Gap: One Meal, One Family, One Community at a Time
From our table to yours — nourishing families, neighbors, and dreams.
Closing the Gap is a food insecurity program led by volunteer board members with support from other local contractors, community volunteers, and partner organizations.
A $25 CONTRIBUTION PROVIDES 1 FAMILY A VALUE PACKAGE WITH ESSENTIAL FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND PROTEIN.
ABOUT
CLOSING THE GAP
In April 2020, a group of concerned community members recognized that many undocumented immigrants in Washington, DC, could not access food services. Therefore, the Close the Gap program was developed in response to this gap. This food insecurity program focuses on undocumented immigrant families experiencing food insecurity in Washington, DC., Silver Spring, & Gaitherbsurg.
A $25 CONTRIBUTION PROVIDES 1 FAMILY A VALUE PACKAGE WITH ESSENTIAL FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND PROTEIN.
During the
COVID-19 Pandemic
,
40
families were
gifted with a $100 Giant Gift Card, masks, gloves, hand sanitizers, & a turkey for Thanksgiving. Since then, wehave assisted on average of 70 families per month and provided them with courses on nutrition, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship trainings.
NOW IN 2026
Our Impact from December 2025 to April 2026
688
Bags
of protein, vegetables, and fruits were given
469
Families
were served
072
Volunteers
supported us & our mission
What started as a helping hand during the hardest of times has grown into a movement — feeding over 70 families a month and empowering them with the tools to build brighter futures.
A $25 CONTRIBUTION PROVIDES 1 FAMILY A VALUE PACKAGE WITH ESSENTIAL FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND PROTEIN.
Where We Are Serving our Community
Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, & Washington, D.C.
Our Partners
This program is in partnership with many of the Greater Washington Hispanic Construction Companies and other non-profit organizations and local churches. Our work is done in collaboration with the families receiving the assistance through their volunteerism.
Get Involved
We are based in Washington, DC, serving undocumented immigrant families citywide in partnership with local churches, nonprofits, and community organizations.
Where is Closing the Gap located?
Click the Donate button on our website. Every dollar goes directly toward food assistance, educational resources, and essential supplies for families in need.
How can I contribute?
Reach out through our contact page and we'll connect you with opportunities in food distribution, workshops, and community outreach.
How can I volunteer?
Closing the Gap
Donation Form
