July's menu looks yummy!

Does anyone know here if you can start a branch of this organization without being a church?

It sounds like a great idea - much like a food co-op instead of just a handout.

Thanks! Alan Chiras.

I think the whole point is that it is Church related.... Angel Food...
You could go to Wal Mart and buy food then try to resell it in your front yard I guess.

I went and picked up my angel food ministries food today. the only thing they sub was tater tots for french fries. I also got a call the host site manage to get a pick up site in the town I live in so I didn't have to drive twenty five minutes to pick up my order then drive home. Hopefully it will go as good as it did today. every (every $30) box was already put in a box.

Does anyone know here if you can start a branch of this organization without being a church?

It sounds like a great idea - much like a food co-op instead of just a handout.

Thanks! Alan Chiras.

This is a popular question. This is a reprint of the answer on Page 16:

There are several organizations that are not affiliated with a church. I have seen some community organizations (e. g., Lion's Club & 4-H) and police juries that do this. However, AFM approves all host sites so I cannot tell you exactly how they approve host sites.

The application for becoming a host site is rather painless. There is a $50 application fee, but that is refunded if your application is rejected.

There is also a nice FAQ on Page 16. PM me if you have any questions. I'll get the July menu up here in a moment.

The AFM menu for June 2008 has been set. Get the following for $30 (including tax):

40 oz. Marie Callender’s® Family Crock Pot Dinner (Meat Included)
1.5 lb. Boneless Pork Filet
5 lb. Breaded Chicken Chunks
1.5 lb. Meaty Beef Ribs
28 oz. Meatloaf and Gravy
1 lb. Beef Fajitas
1 lb. Fully Cooked Meatballs
1 lb. All Meat Hot Dogs
1 lb. Broccoli
1 lb. Peas and Carrots
28 oz. Pasta Sauce
1 lb. Pasta
32 oz. Borden 2% Reduced Fat Shelf Stable Milk
32 oz. Hawaiian Punch
12 ct. Corn Tortillas
7 oz. Blueberry Muffin Mix
1 dozen Eggs
1 Dessert Item

Order one regular menu and you may add one or more of the following specials:

#1: 7 lb Family Grill Box for $20.00 [1.5 lb. New York Strip Steaks (2 x 12 oz.), 2.5 lb. Boneless Netted Boston Butt Roast, 2 lb. Meaty Beef Ribs, 1 lb. Mild Italian Sausage]

#2: 4.5 lb Steak and Chicken Combo Box for $20.00 [1.5 lb. Kansas City Strips (2 x 12 oz.), 1.5 lb. Bone-In Ribeyes (2 x 12 oz.), 1.5 lb. Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Filet (4 x 6 oz.)]

#3: 10 lb Breaded Chicken Breast Tenders for $18.00

#4: Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box for $16.00 [6 ears Corn, 2 lb. Carrots, 2lb. Yellow Onions, 1 Cello-Wrapped Lettuce, 1 Pineapple, 4 California Oranges, 1 Seedless Watermelon, 6 Russet Potatoes]

Order cutoff date and delivery dates depend upon your region. You can get more information at www.angelfoodministries.org. Find a distribution site in your area. If you want to know more about this, check out the FAQ on Page 16 of this thread. Feel free to PM me.

If you go to the AFM web sit, you can e-mail the site nearest you for more specific information. Some locations are now enabled for on-line ordering. I recommend it! :bounce:

I put the boxes together at my church. This month has several good selections of meat. July's Menu looks very good. We are located in Gwinnett County, Ga and are looking to get the word out for more people to try Angel Food. We don't receive any money from this. If you order 10 or more we will deliver. Check us out here for the address: http://www.njbchurch.org/.

Both my parents and I do this program. I would highly recommend any college students not in a dorm to take advantage of this.

I DO NOT agree with the program being for "everyone". They give these papers out at Social Services to people who are on Food Stamps. A friend showed me the paper she got a while back and it clearly states "food stamps/EBT accepted".. doesn't mention credit cards and all the things that most of society live on. If this was for everyone it would be posted in the newspaper, tv, etc.. Think... its things like this that help the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. There are some people who need things like this and due to "limited supply" I think its not right to post this here.

I DO NOT agree with the program being for "everyone". They give these papers out at Social Services to people who are on Food Stamps. A friend showed me the paper she got a while back and it clearly states "food stamps/EBT accepted".. doesn't mention credit cards and all the things that most of society live on. If this was for everyone it would be posted in the newspaper, tv, etc.. Think... its things like this that help the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. There are some people who need things like this and due to "limited supply" I think its not right to post this here.

Its great that you feel high and mighty but those boxes are for anyone who will buy them.Get off your high horse.

holy fark, this thread disgusts and appalls me.

getting deals and catching price mistakes is one thing, taking advantages of programs meant for low income and people in need is totally different. This is as if you go to the soup kitchen everyday and eat there. Yeah, they're not going to ask for your tax return to see if you qualify, but abusing these kind of programs is just low.

The fact that they take food stamps should tip you guys off. The fact that this is a charity based organization, with many people VOLUNTEERING should basically confirm it. Why would people volunteer their time, so that the rich could save 50 dollars off their monthly food bill?

So you're going to take advantage of this program and take opportunities away from other people who prob could use this better?

Sometimes it amazes me how much SDers would go through just to save some small amount of money.

holy fark, this thread disgusts and appalls me.

getting deals and catching price mistakes is one thing, taking advantages of programs meant for low income and people in need is totally different. This is as if you go to the soup kitchen everyday and eat there. Yeah, they're not going to ask for your tax return to see if you qualify, but abusing these kind of programs is just low.

The fact that they take food stamps should tip you guys off. The fact that this is a charity based organization, with many people VOLUNTEERING should basically confirm it. Why would people volunteer their time, so that the rich could save 50 dollars off their monthly food bill?

So you're going to take advantage of this program and take opportunities away from other people who prob could use this better?

Sometimes it amazes me how much SDers would go through just to save some small amount of money.

Please refer to their website....it states very clearly that this is for EVERYONE. Not low-income people.

http://www.angelfoodministries.com/about/frequently_asked_questions.asp

From their website:

PURCHASING ANGEL FOOD
There are no restrictions, conditions or forms to fill out to purchase Angel Food. The food relief program is open to one and all. Anyone may purchase an unlimited number of boxes of Angel Food by placing an order with a local Angel Food host site. FIND A LOCAL HOST SITE NOW.

There is no shortage of these boxes. No one is "doing without" because someone bought the last box. If you like saving money on food and can use these items, PLEASE BUY one. sheesh.

well said Big Wang.

I am not putting anyone down.. nor do I feel high and mighty. YOU KNOW if you need it.. if you feel guilty getting it, that should be a clue. It talks about food stamps and stuff on their website. The paper has about foodstamps, volunteering, church ran, etc.... can you say FOR THE NEEDY any more clearly. I don't care what they say, of course they say "come all" they want to help everyone. But I am sure they expect people to have the morals to know whether they need it or not.

And YES there are shortages. My friend who is widowed due to Iraq with four kids uses this program. I distinctly remember her telling me she was wanting to buy something extra, something about all meat or something, steaks.. and they were out of it.

Like Big Wang said... this is not a Slick Deal.. this is for people who feel they NEED it. If you feel you need it, go for it... its NOT a "Deal".


by the way... other threads have been started about this "Really Cheap Food" (http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=131301&t=318614&)

holy fark, this thread disgusts and appalls me.

getting deals and catching price mistakes is one thing, taking advantages of programs meant for low income and people in need is totally different. This is as if you go to the soup kitchen everyday and eat there. Yeah, they're not going to ask for your tax return to see if you qualify, but abusing these kind of programs is just low.

The fact that they take food stamps should tip you guys off. The fact that this is a charity based organization, with many people VOLUNTEERING should basically confirm it. Why would people volunteer their time, so that the rich could save 50 dollars off their monthly food bill?

So you're going to take advantage of this program and take opportunities away from other people who prob could use this better?

Sometimes it amazes me how much SDers would go through just to save some small amount of money.


In college, I qualified for food stamps, but did not use them out of principle. So let's assume low income includes some families that even make too much money for food stamps yet can't afford to feed their families (the system isn't perfect). Accepting food stamps in this case means nothing, any family that would benefit from the help should receive it. All the grocery stores in town post all over that they accept food stamps, does this mean the stores are out of my financial class?

I think SD includes lower income to even some people that are rich, and make the most of that by using SD. Obviously if you pull up to one of the distribution sites in a Escalade, you need to rethink your life and your economic situation.

The food definitely helps. My only complaint now is that for the price, you could almost get comparable products at Wal-Mart. The meat add-ons are worth it though. By the way, my distribution site prefers Paypal payments, and takes credit cards.

I DO NOT agree with the program being for "everyone". They give these papers out at Social Services to people who are on Food Stamps. A friend showed me the paper she got a while back and it clearly states "food stamps/EBT accepted".. doesn't mention credit cards and all the things that most of society live on. If this was for everyone it would be posted in the newspaper, tv, etc.. Think... its things like this that help the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. There are some people who need things like this and due to "limited supply" I think its not right to post this here.

I've worked with AFM in the past and I can verify that this program IS for EVERYONE. They do accept food stamps and a large part of their outreach is to those who can't afford good food, but they really have been trying to reach out more to the middle class because they want to provide good food for everyone. In fact, they've recently been changing their knowledge materials to directly target that audience, because they realize many people have the misconceptions as those posted above. I cannot state this strong enough: Angel Food is for EVERYONE and they STRONGLY welcome the middle class and even upper class to participate if they want. It benefits them because the more people buying the food, the better deals they get with their contacts. Remember, they are not selling "about to go bad" food. They are selling the same stuff you get at your local grocery and they have just worked extra hard to get low prices. They want them lower and to do that, they need EVERYONE who wants to buy Angel Food to get it. Also, according to a recent magazine of theirs, credit card processing will be available soon and is already available in some places.

Also, to answer another question, you can start a host site without being a church. Some of their host sites are actually out of people's garages. They always have a window of time to pick up food because the trucks come to the distribution point with refrigerated food--whether that point be a church or garage or whatever--and people can grab it from there.

PS If anyone has any other similar questions, feel free to post them here and I can try to get an answer as I still know many people at their main offices.

I started to answer one question in this thread, but I couldn't stop myself from answering others. Here's some Q& A on Angel Food Ministries:

Q: Where does the food come from and how can they sell it at such a low price?
A: I do not know where the food comes from, specifically, but I did ask how they get it to cheap. It's really pretty simple: volume and overhead. This ministry is so huge that they order more food each month than Wal-Mart, and they have very little overhead. I do not know if they have a deal with the trucking company, but the distribution is run by volunteers and, therefore, cost-free. :cool:

Q: I'm not fond of churches. What's with the religious connection?
A: Take heart that more churches are doing more of this kind of thing. For too long, churches have preached a lot of "help your fellow man" without actually doing it. You should be encouraged that many are seeing the light and getting back to "love your neighbor." So, before you judge, you might give these guys a try. Everyone deserves a second chance.

Q: Do the churches make any money off of this?
A: Yes, they get a kickback - a whopping $1 per box. If this were a way to increase church revenue, it would be a lousy one. I haven't heard a single person tell me this is a financial windfall for their church.

Q: If I get some bad food, is there anything I can do about it?
A: If you do get poor quality food, I recommend you tell someone about it. The churches need to know this. Each shipment comes with a few duds, In my experience, the volunteers try to take that home. (Most recently, they ran out of rice so the volunteers agreed to give their rice to the other participants.) If you find the dud after you get home, just tell them on your next trip. I'm sure they will double-check your box. Hey, they may even throw in something extra. ;)

Q: What about...?
A: This reply is getting far too long. Drop me a private message if you have more questions.

February will be our first month as a host site. If you live south of Baton Rouge, PM me and feel free to join in! :D

I would love to see this put in the Wiki!

Thanks! Alan Chiras.

holy fark, this thread disgusts and appalls me.

getting deals and catching price mistakes is one thing, taking advantages of programs meant for low income and people in need is totally different. This is as if you go to the soup kitchen everyday and eat there. Yeah, they're not going to ask for your tax return to see if you qualify, but abusing these kind of programs is just low.

The fact that they take food stamps should tip you guys off. The fact that this is a charity based organization, with many people VOLUNTEERING should basically confirm it. Why would people volunteer their time, so that the rich could save 50 dollars off their monthly food bill?

So you're going to take advantage of this program and take opportunities away from other people who prob could use this better?

Sometimes it amazes me how much SDers would go through just to save some small amount of money.

Acutally, if you research the program, the more boxes that are purchased, the better deals they receive as they are buying in bulk. Angel Food Ministries have been around for years now. With the price of food and gasoline, many people that used to be able to donate and support food banks are now being forced to get help from the very organizations they supported in the past. One never knows what someone's personal financial situation is, so I try not to judge.

I DO NOT agree with the program being for "everyone". They give these papers out at Social Services to people who are on Food Stamps. A friend showed me the paper she got a while back and it clearly states "food stamps/EBT accepted".. doesn't mention credit cards and all the things that most of society live on. If this was for everyone it would be posted in the newspaper, tv, etc.. Think... its things like this that help the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. There are some people who need things like this and due to "limited supply" I think its not right to post this here.

This program is advertised in the paper and on tv. It's usually found in the community section. They don't have a formal ad campaign I imagine as they are non-profit and it takes big bucks to advertise on tv. I imagine they don't accept credit cards as it costs someone up to 5% of the charges to accept it. That's why most convenience stores don't like customers who charge under $5 as they really don't make any profit because they have to pay credit card fees. Some people that truly need help will not go to soup kitchens as they are embarrassed. I applaud this program as it's made available to everyone in neighborhoods and they try to make everyone comfortable in using it. My mom used to do coops in the 60's and 70's and that's basically what this program is.

This program is available to everybody, regardless of income. Before you uninformed people have a misplaced "moral" rant, read the information on their webpage and think a little. Or listen to the people who are actually involved with the program, like some of the other posters here. Yes, they accept food stamps. So does Walmart. Does that mean that only poor people are allowed to shop at Walmart?

The Angel Food Ministry deals are available because they purchase in bulk. I cannot stress that enough. In order to purchase in bulk, you have to have LOTS of people participating in the program. Each local center should be distributing many boxes of food so the associated costs are spread out among many. By paying your money and getting your box, you are supporting this program and helping it continue. You ARE paying for the food, no one is just giving it to you, nor are you ever taking food or money from somebody else who needs it.

Orders are placed and paid for ahead of time. Buying a basic box will never mean that somebody else doesn't get theirs. There are basic boxes and "special" boxes, which are usually all meat and can only be ordered if you have purchased a basic box. Yes, the availability of these "special" boxes may be limited because they are considered optional add-ons. If you are truly worried that people in need won't be able to order their extra steaks that month, don't order the extra boxes. But my thinking is still that the more demand they have, the more they will be able to purchase. If they report demand for more of the extra boxes, the program will be able to use that information to buy more for all the locations next time. They don't have extra "special" boxes available because it's meat and can't be stored for that long, so they need to make sure they don't ever order more than they can distribute that week.

To top it all off, many churches distribute religious materials with the food. There was nothing offensive, but it is a form of Christian outreach. In fact, this kind of program is the best part of Christianity, in my opinion, building community and helping others. Even a non-churchgoer like myself can appreciate and respect non-judgmental good works in the community.

So those of you who are saying only poor people should participate in the program are missing the big picture in many different ways.

This program is available to everybody, regardless of income. Before you uninformed people have a misplaced "moral" rant, read the information on their webpage and think a little. Or listen to the people who are actually involved with the program, like some of the other posters here. Yes, they accept food stamps. So does Walmart. Does that mean that only poor people are allowed to shop at Walmart?

The Angel Food Ministry deals are available because they purchase in bulk. I cannot stress that enough. In order to purchase in bulk, you have to have LOTS of people participating in the program. Each local center should be distributing many boxes of food so the associated costs are spread out among many. By paying your money and getting your box, you are supporting this program and helping it continue. You ARE paying for the food, no one is just giving it to you, nor are you ever taking food or money from somebody else who needs it.

Orders are placed and paid for ahead of time. Buying a basic box will never mean that somebody else doesn't get theirs. There are basic boxes and "special" boxes, which are usually all meat and can only be ordered if you have purchased a basic box. Yes, the availability of these "special" boxes may be limited because they are considered optional add-ons. If you are truly worried that people in need won't be able to order their extra steaks that month, don't order the extra boxes. But my thinking is still that the more demand they have, the more they will be able to purchase. If they report demand for more of the extra boxes, the program will be able to use that information to buy more for all the locations next time. They don't have extra "special" boxes available because it's meat and can't be stored for that long, so they need to make sure they don't ever order more than they can distribute that week.

To top it all off, many churches distribute religious materials with the food. There was nothing offensive, but it is a form of Christian outreach. In fact, this kind of program is the best part of Christianity, in my opinion, building community and helping others. Even a non-churchgoer like myself can appreciate and respect non-judgmental good works in the community.

So those of you who are saying only poor people should participate in the program are missing the big picture in many different ways.

rep for hitting it straight on!

holy fark, this thread disgusts and appalls me.

The fact that they take food stamps should tip you guys off.

:confused: I guess I need to stop buying my groceries from stores that accept food stamps?

I don't think there is anything wrong with this being discussed on SD at all. It is clearly obvious that the more boxes sold, the more money the charity makes. Additionally people (such as myself) would have never known about this program. For July, I plan to buy 2 boxes, one for my family and one to donate.

I'm sorry that some of you don't understand the Angel Food Ministries program. I wish you would PM me or do some research with people who actually participate before you post things here discouraging others. It is possible you have been misinformed. If I have a beef with AFM, it's that the name is too easily confused with other programs: Angel Tree, Angel Ministiries, Water Angel... and so on. Some of those programs do target those in financial need, and you are right that we don't want affluent people fradulently bogging down those ministries.

As the director of an AFM host site, I can tell you that I put about 100 hours a month into this program, and another 30+ volunteers give up a Saturday each month and more. Each and every one of you are welcome to participate. It is more than just a food program. It is a community event in which we come together and share through hard work and smile. It's kind of like a monthly harvest celebration. Sure, I get a lot of e-mail and telephone calls from people who are struggling. But none of them are denied a chance to participate in AFM due to a lack of resources or due to an overabundance of less needy participants.

Feel free to PM me if you have further questions. Or visit my FAQ on Page 16 of this thread. :D

I would love to see this put in the Wiki!

Thanks! Alan Chiras.

Thanks for the suggestion. I put the FAQ in the Wiki. Repped! :)

I have to agree that angel food is for everyone and anyone. The more that is ordered the more that afm can buy in bulk and pass on the savings onto us. I do get food stamps (about $35 and), but if I didn't get food stamp I would still order angel food. I have seen two host site quit because they didn't have enough orders and one of those sites was the only one in the town that I live in. So if you are not ordering because you think its for only low income. You might be causing some one that is low income not to get it because the host site close to them close because of low orders. For the ones who say its only for low income: help some one out buying a box your self instead of telling people not to order and help to keep afm in your town. Yes there is people out there that struggles without food stamp.

If you don't need a box but know someone who does, buy it for them. Leave it on their doorstep and ring the bell. It can do so much to remind someone that things will get better. It will make you feel great, too.

If you don't need a box but know someone who does, buy it for them. Leave it on their doorstep and ring the bell. It can do so much to remind someone that things will get better. It will make you feel great, too.

Wonderful Idea!

Obviously if you pull up to one of the distribution sites in a Escalade, you need to rethink your life and your economic situation. - Good Metaphor for what I was talking about... also the comment about buying from walmart because they accept food stamps... well they also accept credit cards at walmart, which they dont at AF.

The things I keep spotting in this thread is that AF wants to *start* reaching out to more people so they can afford more boxes, etc... Thats great.. But that also validates that AF has been about the needy for years. This is the only way I know the program. Bravo for them expanding... great..

I also agree with the poster who said the stuff is no better a deal than you can get at walmart, etc.. I don't think the food is that great a deal ("breaded chicken chunks??? You mean Chicken Nuggets?).. and it will always be, to me, something for the lower of income.

Anyway... I'm sick of arguing about it... go buy a box, give it to someone, volunteer at the local soup kitchen, etc.. but if you think that you are gonna offset your grocery budget and your new jaguar with this program then there is a problem.. remember... someone is always making money off a business, there is no such thing as non-profit anymore..

I am involved in a group trying to help low income and abused women. Yesterday was our second Angel Food order. We are finding that some low income individuals are more likely to participate if we tell them this is just a "good deal" on food, it is not low quality, and we are purchasing it ourselves and feeding it to our families. Some of our middle income families participating in Angel Food are using the money they save to help others, but as others have pointed out here, there are no income restrictions.

[QUOTE=aerogurl;11810259]well said Big Wang.

" I distinctly remember her telling me she was wanting to buy something extra, something about all meat or something, steaks.. and they were out of it."

The organization has to order in advance, and it receives the EXACT amount of what is pre-ordered. We have people ask at pickup if we have extras they can purchase, and we don't. It has nothing to do with somebody who is not low income ordering, it has to do with the number of boxes we order. We can order and receive as many as we want.

well they also accept credit cards at walmart, which they dont at AF. ..

This is inaccurate. AFM accepts credit and debit cards via the new online ordering system now available in many states. I explained this to you via PM, but for some reason, you keep making this claim. I don't understand how to make this clearer.

But that also validates that AF has been about the needy for years. This is the only way I know the program.

AFM started in 1994 when they served 34 families from their back porch. As far as I know, there were no food stamps accepted and no "needy" families in attendance beyond what most of us encounter among our own neighbors. To claim that this is only for the needy is misleading. It is great, however, that we can do that too.

I also agree with the poster who said the stuff is no better a deal than you can get at walmart, etc.. I don't think the food is that great a deal ("breaded chicken chunks??? You mean Chicken Nuggets?).. and it will always be, to me, something for the lower of income. .

Now, you are changing the argument. If you don't like the food, hey, you can have your opinion. That's fine. It seems your original point has been rebutted so now you are taking aim at other targets. Yes, if you are a vegetarian, for example, this isn't for you. However, I do hope that we will be able to create a vegetarian menu at some point in the future. How cool would that be!

In January, we sent someone to Wal-Mart to duplicate a standard menu purchase and they spent $77.. not $30 like AFM charges. I'm sorry I can't procude a Pricegrabber comparison for you, but it IS a better deal than you get from Wal-Mart. You are simply wrong on that point.

Anyway... I'm sick of arguing about it... go buy a box, give it to someone, volunteer at the local soup kitchen, etc.. but if you think that you are gonna offset your grocery budget and your new jaguar with this program then there is a problem.. remember... someone is always making money off a business, there is no such thing as non-profit anymore..

And finally, there is the strawman. You defeated an argument that no one made. Please show me the post where someone claimed they were saving up for a new car by using AFM. If you have a few hours, I can share many stories with you. It's amazing what people can do with an extra $50 or $100 at the end of the month. It goes farther than you think! But you're probably right. The real benefit is to the community at large and the feeling of unity that it creates.

I can understand your skepticism. There are a lot of fakes out there. Life has taught many of us to be wary. We at AFM are really trying to change that. Just give us a chance.

Just give us a chance.

No. and pushing down our throats is not going to make us like it. Its cheap priced food.. if someone drives a mercedes and feels like using AF, go ahead, I still have the right to think they are a piece of crap. Do you really think those of us who spend $30 on one dish at a restaurant would be happy with the quality of food we receive at AF?? seriously? I'm just saying... I don't need it... others do... end of.

No. and pushing down our throats is not going to make us like it. Its cheap priced food.. if someone drives a mercedes and feels like using AF, go ahead, I still have the right to think they are a piece of crap. Do you really think those of us who spend $30 on one dish at a restaurant would be happy with the quality of food we receive at AF?? seriously? I'm just saying... I don't need it... others do... end of.

I see that this post has gone from 'this is a great deal' to 'i'm a snob and couldn' t possibly eat cheap food". I am honestly shocked that someone who frequent slickdeals--a website dedicated to getting good deals on everything under the sun--actually believes that quality and price are connected. Just because you pay more for something doesn't mean it's higher quality, and just because you pay less doesn' t mean it's lower quality.

That $30 dish you buy at the restaurant may only contain $5 worth of ingredients. So, yes, you MIGHT be happy with the quality of food, IF you gave it a chance. In fact, AFM usually provides restaurant packs of food--the ones without additional packaging--so some of the package may, in fact, be the exact same food you're ordering at a restaurant. But this is no longer about the quality of the food, or whether or not it's a good deal. Now it's about you and your elitist attitude. So, this is definitely NOT a deal for you. I thank the OP for posting it for others.

No. and pushing down our throats is not going to make us like it. What are you, the AF Police? Its cheap food.. if you drive a mercedes and feel like using AF, go ahead, I still have the right to think you are a piece of crap. Do you really think those of us who spend $30 on one dish at a restaurant would be happy with the quality of food we receive at AF?? seriously? I'm just saying... I don't need it... others do... end of.

You enter a thread entitled "Angel Food" and make a sweeping judgment about the program, its purpose, and even its presence on the SD forum. (It's funny you would accuse me of "pushing it down your throat." In psychology, that's called "projection.")

Your inaccurate information is rebutted in a respectful manner with nothing more than the truth. You resort to name-calling. (Yes, I am with AF Police, and I know where you live!) :D

I spend my time letting people know about a useful program. You spend yours trying to denegrate it. Sorry, that doesn't sit well with me. As much as you feel like you needed to speak out against this, I feel the need to defend it. We probably aren't going to agree on that point. I'm fine with that. But I will continue to post here as long as this continues to help people. Call me crazy.

Go in peace. Enjoy your other Slick Deals. :nod:

This is a GREAT DEAL. Unfortunately I have Celiac Disease (and other autoimmune diseases) and must now eat with caution. I will pass on the word to others that could benefit. It is an unbelievable deal for the unrestricted. Repped

Again, as of late, food quality has been great. We're not ,by any means, low-income; although with commutes of 100 and 140+ miles per day, we may very well be low-income soon enough.

Those who are knocking AFM do not have a clue.

Wow...I'm kind of irked at the cluelessness.

BTW , throughout the surrounding area of the nearest host site there are AFM brochures. I mean, everywhere, whether it be at gas stations, banks , conveinience stores,etc. I'm sure somebody took flyers to the nearest social workers office that my good friend aerogurl mentioned. It's just people trying to get the word out.

From what I understand, the host site that I purchase from is using the additional funds to buy needy families food and is also using some money towards their missionary ministry. Funny thing is they make no mention of religion except to ask if there is something you'd like them to pray for. Pretty good people, if you ask me.

No. and pushing down our throats is not going to make us like it. Its cheap priced food.. if someone drives a mercedes and feels like using AF, go ahead, I still have the right to think they are a piece of crap. Do you really think those of us who spend $30 on one dish at a restaurant would be happy with the quality of food we receive at AF?? seriously? I'm just saying... I don't need it... others do... end of.

GREAT! That last sentence should end the great debate. WOO HOO!

The nice thing about Slick Deals is it gives members the opportunity to participate in deals that make sense to the individual and to ignore threads that do not make sense to the member. (Notice I wrote "ignore" and not "continue to degrade members who choose to participate in a deal").

Thanks, OP. I was not aware of this program. I immediately called my father and his church was not aware of the program either-- but they now plan to look into it. I'm sure several other churches will now participate because you provided this information. Not only were you successful in sharing a great deal, but you spread the word about a fantastic program and, I'm sure, helped it grow further.

REPPED!!!

Angel Food is for everyone. It is said so, its not for the poor. In fact, like others have said they encourage you to buy it cause it supports them since they buy in bulk. I could care less if you're rich and want to buy AFM or not because i don't judge others. In fact it is encourage as mentioned before.

Anyone who feels rich people buying AFM is depriving others of food needs to take a hard look at themselves, contact AFM, the media and let everyone know how the poor are being neglected (trust me you'll look like a fool doing it but if you feel so strongly being right then DO IT). Anyone feeling buying AFM is cheap and waste of time needs to stay away from them; so the food can be kept for people who are grateful to AFM. At the same time, stay away from this thread and lets keep this thread clean. No need to keep mentioning how this is poor men's food or for the poor etc when it is mentioned multiple times it is for everyone, even if you drive a Mercz or Lexus. Food is food. If you have too much money, stay away and keep your negative comments to yourself.

There is a nice fruit/vegetable special available with the July menu. This minor change came from AFM today:

Please note the following change to Special #4 on the July Menu. The "1 lb. Strawberries" in the Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box has now been changed to "4 California Oranges". We have updated the menu on the website to reflect this change.

From time to time, in order to provide adequate quantities to meet the demands of all host sites, we must alter our menu or substitute items. We always strive to avoid this situation, but when we must perform a substitution we commit to inform our host sites as early as possible to avoid any confusion.

Please update any menus you publish or distribute to reflect this change.

I have updated the menu on Page 18. :)

Go in peace. Enjoy your other Slick Deals. :nod:

My bottom line was this was not a slick deal.. for many reasons.. but like I said, great for those who need it.. I;m not one of them.. Agree to Disagree... :cool:

(Notice I wrote "ignore" and not "continue to degrade members who choose to participate in a deal"). and i never degraded anyone, far from it.

Wonderful Idea!

Obviously if you pull up to one of the distribution sites in a Escalade, you need to rethink your life and your economic situation. - Good Metaphor for what I was talking about... also the comment about buying from walmart because they accept food stamps... well they also accept credit cards at walmart, which they dont at AF.

The things I keep spotting in this thread is that AF wants to *start* reaching out to more people so they can afford more boxes, etc... Thats great.. But that also validates that AF has been about the needy for years. This is the only way I know the program. Bravo for them expanding... great..

I also agree with the poster who said the stuff is no better a deal than you can get at walmart, etc.. I don't think the food is that great a deal ("breaded chicken chunks??? You mean Chicken Nuggets?).. and it will always be, to me, something for the lower of income.

Anyway... I'm sick of arguing about it... go buy a box, give it to someone, volunteer at the local soup kitchen, etc.. but if you think that you are gonna offset your grocery budget and your new jaguar with this program then there is a problem.. remember... someone is always making money off a business, there is no such thing as non-profit anymore..

Shut up and go do some volunteer work if you feel that guilty those boxes are for anyone who will buy them.

For those who can't eat or don't want certain foods, at our pickup we ask that if there's anything you don't want, you donate it to our food pantry. Thank you to all the SDers who volunteer with AFM. As someone new to AFM (volunteer and purchaser) I think it's a wonderful program. I have been very happy with the quality of the food.

I DO NOT agree with the program being for "everyone". They give these papers out at Social Services to people who are on Food Stamps. A friend showed me the paper she got a while back and it clearly states "food stamps/EBT accepted".. doesn't mention credit cards and all the things that most of society live on. If this was for everyone it would be posted in the newspaper, tv, etc.. Think... its things like this that help the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. There are some people who need things like this and due to "limited supply" I think its not right to post this here.

reading>you.

learn to read. and thats not something your escalade can help you do.

On another note did anyone notice that the july menu is posted. which don't look to bad. There is a box that contain fresh fruit and veg. It is the first time I have seen a special with fresh fruit and veg since I have been doing angel food ministries.

I didn't even know about this, thanks op. My sister and I will have to start doing this, it will help out alot

Maybe we could get a couple churches in our area here to do this as well, so everyone doesn't have to go to the next town to get the food. (approx. 30 min away)

The AFM menu for August 2008 has been set. Get the following for $30 (including tax):

1.5 lb. Ribeye Steaks (4 x 6 oz.)
5 lb. Chicken Leg Quarters
28 oz. Chicken Breast Nuggets
28 oz. Salisbury Steak Dinner Entrée
32 oz. Breaded Chicken Breast Filets
12 oz. Smoked Sausage
16 oz. California Blend Frozen Vegetables
16 oz. Frozen Carrots
16 oz. Frozen Chopped Spinach
10 ct. Frozen Waffles
16 oz. Bean Soup Mix
1 lb. Rice
9 oz. Instant Potatoes (14 servings)
15 oz. Sliced Peaches
32 oz. Borden Shelf Stable Milk
1 dozen Eggs
1 Dessert Item

Order one regular menu and you may add one or more of the following specials:

#1: 7 lb. Family Assorted Grill Box for $20.00 [1.5 lb Baseball Cut Sirloin Filet (4 x 6 oz.) (Thick-Cut), 2 lbs Juicy Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, 2 lbs St. Louis-Style Ribs, 1.5 lb Hamburger Patties (4 x 6 oz.)]

#2: 4.5 lb. Steak and Meat Combo for $20.00 [1.5 lb. New York Strips (2 x 12 oz.), 1.5 lb. Bacon-Wrapped Beef Filet (4 x 6 oz.), 1.5 lb. Bacon-Wrapped Pork Filet (4 x 6 oz.)]

#3: 4.5 lb. Stuffed Chicken Breast Combo for $18.00 [1.5 lb. Cordon Bleu (4 x 6 oz.), 1.5 lb. Broccoli Cheese (4 x 6 oz.), 1.5 lb. Chicken Breast Kiev (4 x 6 oz.)]

#4: Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box for $18.00 [4 Red Delicious Apples, 4 lb Bag of Oranges, 1 Cello-wrapped Lettuce, 1 Large Cabbage, 6 Russet Potatoes, 2 Cucumbers, 1 Cantaloupe, 1 Honeydew Melon]

Order cutoff date and delivery dates depend upon your region. You can get more information at www.angelfoodministries.org. Find a distribution site in your area. If you want to know more about this, check out the FAQ in the Wiki of this thread. Feel free to PM me.

If you go to the AFM web sit, you can e-mail the site nearest you for more specific information. Some locations are now enabled for on-line ordering. Good luck! :bounce:

After a year on the Hot Deals board, the Angel Food thread has moved to Deal Talk. Even so, it is still a Hot Deal, and I will continue to post the menu each month.

Please PM me if you have any questions about this program. :nod:

I was getting ready to say the August menu was up, but i seen that someone already did it. Which I am happy that AFM did. I notice that they have another fresh fruit and veg special.

Normally, I post the monthly menu here, but this time I providing a link instead:

http://www.angelfoodministries.com/menu.asp

Why? AFM has expanded their choices making it more difficult to type and edit it here. But that's good news. They are now offering you the choice of purchasing either a Regular Menu for September or a Senior Menu.

The Regular Menu offers a wide variety of items that you would find any given month while the Senior Menu includes a host of easy-to-prepare meals for senior adults designed to service two people for about a month. The purchase of either menu makes you eligible to purchase the Specials.

And this month, they are offering FIVE Specials. The Fruit and Veggie Box is back, and they offering a 10-lb bag of Chicken Wings just in time for football season.

If you have never ordered from AFM before, feel free to PM me with questions. We are in our 7th month as a host site serving our community now reaching over 300 families with quality food for a price that cannot be beat. :nod:

I am SO excited. Waterbury, CT has been added to the list and that is only about 20 minutes from me. I haven't done this in the past because the 40 minute drive would have killed us on gas and not ended up saving any money. How small are the senior meals? Not a senior, but my husband sometimes doesn't get home until 8 or 9 and these may be great for him on those nights when I've eaten with the kids.

findingdeals I am glad that host site closer to you now. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
I was exited about this month menu to. I am planning on ordering the 30 dollar box and the veg and fruit box.

Pretty good buy. I've been buying these up and reselling them to local single mothers in several apartment complexes for $50-60 a box and I go to senoir communities (set up a deal to give $3 profit to the owner for each box) and selling the $25 senoir boxes for $55. Been doing well enough to pay my rent each month and other SD junk I buy with profits.

Are you for real?

$55 to a senior for a $25 box?

Pretty good buy. I've been buying these up and reselling them to local single mothers in several apartment complexes for $50-60 a box and I go to senoir communities (set up a deal to give $3 profit to the owner for each box) and selling the $25 senoir boxes for $55. Been doing well enough to pay my rent each month and other SD junk I buy with profits.

This is a troll. How can I tell? The Senior Box will be offered for the first time in September. That makes it kind of hard to sell them before the end of September.Please ignore his/her posts.

Troll, better luck next time. :nod:

I can do just as well at my the local discount food store. Thanks though.

I am SO excited. Waterbury, CT has been added to the list and that is only about 20 minutes from me. I haven't done this in the past because the 40 minute drive would have killed us on gas and not ended up saving any money. How small are the senior meals? Not a senior, but my husband sometimes doesn't get home until 8 or 9 and these may be great for him on those nights when I've eaten with the kids.

I wish I could tell you more about the Senior Box from experience, but it's a first time thing. I'm anxious to see what it contains. Here is a blurb from the folks at AFM:

Last Friday we were given a tremendous opportunity to provide a senior citizens box that is nutritious and economical. In our continuing efforts to provide the best food to the hundreds of thousands of people we reach out to each month we decided that this would be a huge benefit to our senior community, but you don't have to be a senior citizen to order them.

The Senior Box will be packaged much like our specials and will not have to be assembled by the host site. The meals are slightly different than the former senior boxes that we offered in that they do not provide the milk and bread. These are top quality meals that will provide senior citizens the nutrition they need with the great quality they have come to expect from Angel Food Ministries.

This senior box is now going to be added to our monthly menu, and it will be treated just like a regular box. You will be able to order the senior box and still have access to our specials, which will be an added benefit to our senior citizens.

[snipped some logistics info]

Serving Those Who Serve Others,

Angel Food Ministries

This is a troll. How can I tell? The Senior Box will be offered for the first time in September. That makes it kind of hard to sell them before the end of September.Please ignore his/her posts.

Troll, better luck next time. :nod:

bahahaha! Nice catch! ;)

So are the senior boxes 1 or 2 servings?

Pretty good buy. I've been buying these up and reselling them to local single mothers in several apartment complexes for $50-60 a box and I go to senoir communities (set up a deal to give $3 profit to the owner for each box) and selling the $25 senoir boxes for $55. Been doing well enough to pay my rent each month and other SD junk I buy with profits.


:blowup:

So are the senior boxes 1 or 2 servings?

Honestly, I don't know. There was once a Senior Meal Special, and I think that fed two people. Besides, if it doesn't feed two people, I'm not sure it's much of a deal. I'll update you guys in late September when they arrive.

The menu read that the Senior box had 3 oz of meat in it and it sound like it feed one person or if the senior don't eat much it might feed two. I guess we all find out in September. To me it don't sound like a deal.

I picked up my order through angel food today. Got every thing that I was suppose to get. Which I was happy. Know in about a week or so I'll order next months order.

SHARE Food (do a web search for your area) is also a similar program.

marion 10 We don't have share in our area. Share is in the north part of the state and we're in the south part of the state (at least 3 hours away). I'm glad you like share it looked interesting.

marion 10 We don't have share in our area. Share is in the north part of the state and we're in the south part of the state (at least 3 hours away). I'm glad you like share it looked interesting.


I used it several years ago, but the church that did it my area seem to be no longer participating.:mad:

I notice yesterday that angel food ministries has October menu up. it looks better then this month. this month-September is the first month in 2 1/2 years that I did not buy a box.

:iagree: this month's menu does look good.

REGULAR BOX $30

1.5 lb. Ribeye Steaks (4 x 6 oz.)
4.5 lb. (Avg) Split Chicken Breast Family Tray Pack
26 oz. Heat and Serve Meatloaf and Brown Gravy
1 lb. Chicken Breast Fajita Strips
1 lb. Boneless Center-Cut Pork Chops (4 x 4 oz.)
1 lb. Fully Cooked Meatballs
1 lb. All Meat Hot Dogs
1 lb. Frozen Sliced Carrots
1 lb. California Blend Vegetables
1 lb. Pasta
28 oz. Marinara Sauce
48 oz. Hawaiian Punch
32 oz. Borden 2% Reduced Fat Shelf Stable Milk
12 ct. Corn Tortillas
One Dozen Eggs
One Dessert Item



SENIOR BOX $28

Ten perfectly seasoned, nutritionally balanced, fully-cooked meals -- just heat and serve. Each meal has been developed with dietary needs of senior citizens in mind, and contains 3 oz. of protein, a starch & two vegetables or fruit.

BBQ Chicken; Slow roasted chicken diced and served with Western Flavor BBQ Sauce. Served with southern-style Black Eyed Peas and Collard Greens and Cinnamon Apple sauce.

Meatloaf with Brown Herb Gravy; Traditional Meatloaf topped with Herb seasoned Brown Gravy, served with Sweet Potatoes with brown sugar & maple, green peas, mushrooms and green beans.

Sweet ‘n Sour Chicken; Slow cooked chicken chunks served in a sweet ‘n sour sauce over steamed Rice with Steamed Broccoli, Mushrooms and Wax Beans.

Meat Patties with Country Style Gravy and Onions; Lightly Floured and Seasoned and served with a rich Brown Gravy and Onion. Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli with a sprinkling of Cheese along accompanied by Diced Beets.

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce; Spaghetti Noodles served with a rich traditional Italian Meat Sauce. Seasoned Italian Green Beans, Diced Pears and an Oatmeal Cookie.

Salisbury Steak with Brown Mushroom Gravy; Traditional Salisbury Steak Patties with Brown Mushroom Gravy; Mashed Potatoes, Peas and Carrots and diced Pineapple.

Thyme Baked Chicken; Slow cooked chicken chunks served in a savory Thyme Sauce with Parsley Potatoes, Three Bean Salad and Diced Peaches.

Creole Baked White Fish; Delicate White Fish baked with a Creole Sauce served with Red Beans and Rice, Creamed Spinach, and a Chocolate Chip Cookie.

Chicken Curry With Vegetables; Cooked tender chicken with Cut Green beans and Yellow Corn over Seasoned Onion Broth Rice with Broccoli Oriental Vegetables and Diced Pears.

Ground Beef Stroganoff; Tender Ground Beef in a rich Stroganoff Cream Sauce served over Parsley Egg Noodles, Green Beans and Onions, with Fruit Cocktail.


***One or More Specials Below Available Only with the Purchase of Either of the Boxes Above***

OCTOBER SPECIAL #1
7 lb. Grill Box $21.00

2 lb Top Sirloin Strips (4 x 8 oz.)
2 lb Baby Back Ribs
1.5 lb Hamburger Patties (4 x 6 oz.)
1.5 lb Pork Chops (4 x 6 oz.)

OCTOBER SPECIAL #2
4.5 lb. Meat and Chicken Combo $21.00

1.5 lb. Ribeye Steaks (2 x 12 oz.)
1.5 lb. New York Strip Steaks (2 x 12 oz.)
1.5 lb. Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Filets (4 x 6 oz.)

OCTOBER SPECIAL #3
3.75 lb. T-Bone Special $21.00

3.75 lb. T-Bone Steaks (5 x 12 oz.)

OCTOBER SPECIAL #4
10 lb. Chicken Tender Box $18.00

10 lb. Breaded Chicken Tenders

OCTOBER SPECIAL #5
Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box $21.00

1 head New York State Green Cabbage
1 head California Iceberg Lettuce (Cello wrapped)
1 bunch California Broccoli
2 lb. Medium-Large Idaho/East Oregon Yellow Onions
5 lb. New Crop Yukon Gold Potatoes
3 lb. North Carolina New Crop Red Apples
2 lb. Bag of California Fancy Lemons
1 Super Sweet Gold Pineapple
1 lb. Bag of California Peeled Baby Carrots

I'm not sure that the food adds up to $30 though unless the dessert item is a whole cheescake :D

I'm not sure that the food adds up to $30 though unless the dessert item is a whole cheescake :D

It's about 11.5 pounds of meat plus other stuff for $30. Granted, some of it is hotdogs, meatloaf and meatballs, but it's still a good value.

I was wondering has anyone tried the senior box. I notice it went up by three dollars. I just wonder if the frozen meals was good.

I was wondering has anyone tried the senior box. I notice it went up by three dollars. I just wonder if the frozen meals was good.

No one has tried the Senior Boxes yet. They will be distributed on Saturday, September 27th for the first time. I'll let you know what kind of feedback we get.

I'm not sure that the food adds up to $30 though unless the dessert item is a whole cheescake :D

We had a guy do comparison shopping at Wal-Mart in July. He estimated the cost of the regular menu at $69.25 there. So, $30 for that much food is hard to beat.

I know today was September distribution day. I was wondering how it went. Would anyone like to share? This s my first month of not doing it. So I am wondering how it went.

I know today was September distribution day. I was wondering how it went. Would anyone like to share? This s my first month of not doing it. So I am wondering how it went.

It was a mixed bag. The bulk of distirbution went well, but I was very disappointed that AFM didn't come through with any of the Senior Boxes for Septembers. They warned us mid-month that demad was exceeding supply, but I didn't think it was that bad.

Per their normal routine when something is shorted, the September Senior Boxes will arrive with the October shipment. Our customers were very gracious about this - they're the best - so spirits were still high. A few requested subsitutions (either regular menus or specials), but of the 50+ orders we had, no one insisted upon a refund.

Sadly, this also means I will have no feedback on the quality of this new item. Hopefully, AFM will fix the supply issue in October and we'll know then.

On the positive side, we processed a TON of Disaster Assistance Food Stamps that FEMA gave out after the hurricanes. As a taxpayer, I like to see people getting the most for our money! :) And you certainly get that with AFM...

Thanks AFM I know that he short fall was out of your hands. Your not to blame. I am surprise that didn't order enough senior boxes though. It it just the right size for a senior or maybe someone needing a lunch or supper for work.

It it just the right size for a senior or maybe someone needing a lunch or supper for work.

People keep e-mailing me asking what the age requirements are for the "Senior Box". Of course, there are no age requirements. I think I am going to e-mail the main office and recommend they change the name to "Convenience Box". I think that's a more accurate description anyway. We'll see if that gets anywhere... ;)

I know the first time they offer the convenience box as a special the description was a little misleading. I read the description for a family of four and I wasn't the only one. It turn out like the senior box. I just bought that one month. But it did come in handy for us because we use the meal for to take to work or school (depending on who took it) and use it for the meal. Of course my son drank the pint of milk that came in the special.

Has any one order angel food ministries for October yet. I am debating about ordering. Would like to order the main box.

I just ordered the regular box for October. Last month was the first time we'd ever bought it and we were very happy with it.

liman I glad you are happy with you're order last month. What is neat about the boxes is that the boxes changes every month. We get to try things that I would not normally buy.

I have done my order for angel food ministries. All I order is the main box. Which is for thirty dollars.

November menu is due out sometime this week. It would be nice if they could do a special that would have the fixing for a thanksgiving dinner. The same thing for Dec. special have a special with the fixing for Christmas dinner. It is wishful thinking.

just saw this. i think i'll forward it to my grandma (or rather tell her about it). older people on a fixed income need as much help as they can get and this food will probably last her month since she only eats a little bit.

November menu is due out sometime this week. It would be nice if they could do a special that would have the fixing for a thanksgiving dinner. The same thing for Dec. special have a special with the fixing for Christmas dinner. It is wishful thinking.

How about a sneak preview? I do not have the November menu, but I do know they will be offering a "Thanksgiving Special" that will be a Thanksgiving dinner for 4-7 people for $30. Here's what it will include:


7lb. (avg) Roaster Hen
2lb. Cream Corn (Southern Style, Pre-Seasoned, Heat & Serve)
2lb. Green Beans (Blue Lake, Pre-Seasoned Heat and Serve)
2lb. Mashed Potatoes (Pre-Seasoned Heat and Serve)
17 oz. Corn Bread Dressing (Southern Style, Cook and Serve)
8ct. Dinner Rolls
Gravy Mix
15 oz. Cranberry sauce (Frozen)
Holiday Pie


I suspect supplies will be limited so contact your host site as soon as the menus are posted. ;)

Nice. I want some holiday Pie.

AFM thanks foe letting me know. I think it will be great to have a Thanksgiving special. It will be handy for the ones who can't get out to shop.

The beauty of this deal (as always with AFM) is that you don't need to fight your way through the Wal-Mart crowd and spend 30 minutes in the check-out to get ready for Turkey Day.

Question: Have any of you ever tried past AFM holiday specials?

The beauty of this deal (as always with AFM) is that you don't need to fight your way through the Wal-Mart crowd and spend 30 minutes in the check-out to get ready for Turkey Day.

Question: Have any of you ever tried past AFM holiday specials?
AFM the only holiday special I did was a couple of years ago in December. It was the stuffed chicken combo. That was the only one. This is the first time since I have done angel food that they have done a dinner special for the holidays. Which I am glad that they are. This way people have a choice to wait in in line or not.

I notice right before I went to church that the November menu is up.

Wow.... looks like a good month this month! I'm definitely in, and since I'm getting a freezer next week I can really stock up.

REGULAR BOX $30

Balanced nutrition and variety with enough food to feed a family of four for a week.

1.5 lb. New York Strip Steak (4 x 6 oz.)
3 lb. IQF Split Chicken Breast
2 lb. Baby Back Pork Ribs
2 lb. Chicken Chunks
28 oz. Jumbo Charbroiled Beef Patties with Gravy
1 lb. Smoked Sausage
1 lb. Ground Turkey
1 lb. Green Beans
1 lb. Diced Sweet Potatoes
10 oz. Peanut Butter
15 oz. Cranberry Sauce
7 oz. Beef-Flavored Rice & Vermicelli
20 oz. Shoestring Fries
32 oz. 2% Reduced Fat Shelf-Stable Milk
6 oz. Pancake Mix
One Dozen Eggs
One Dessert Item


SENIOR/CONVENIENCE BOX $28

For Seniors or People on the Go! Ten perfectly seasoned, nutritionally balanced, fully cooked meals—just heat and serve. Each meal has been developed with the dietary needs of senior citizens in mind, and contains 3 oz. of protein, a starch & two vegetables or fruit.

Sweet 'n Sour Chicken: Slow-Cooked Chicken Chunks served in a Sweet 'n Sour Sauce over Steamed Rice. Steamed Broccoli with Mushroom Pieces accompanied by Wax Beans.

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce: Spaghetti Noodles served with a Rich Traditional Italian Meat Sauce, Seasoned Italian Green Beans, Diced Pears and an Oatmeal Cookie.

Chili Con Carne: Chili Con Carne with Ground Beef served with Elbow Macaroni, Carrot Coins and Beets with Onions.

Chicken with Creole Sauce: Tender Chicken Pieces served with Classic Creole Sauce, accompanied by Mashed Potatoes, Peas with Mushrooms and Pineapple Chunks.

Ground Beef Teriyaki Stir Fry: Seasoned Ground Beef with a Teriyaki-Flavored Sauce served over Penne Noodles, accompanied by Lemon Pepper Green Beans, and a Sugar Cookie.

Chicken Ala King: Luscious Chicken in traditional Ala King-Style Sauce, served over Rice, with Seasoned Green Beans and Sliced Beets.

Beef Cabbage Casserole: Seasoned Ground Beef interlaced with delicious Cabbage Leaves, served with Creamed Potatoes and Green Peas with Carrots.

Chicken Rice Pilaf: Tender White Chicken served over perfect White Rice Pilaf, accompanied by Broccoli Cuts with Diced Red Peppers and a Chocolate Chip Cookie.

Turkey Tetrazzini: Diced Turkey in a luscious Cream Sauce with Mushroom Pieces served over Spaghetti, accompanied by Seasoned Green Beans with Onions and Italian Seasoned Diced Tomatoes.

Chicken Stew: Slow-Cooked White Chicken with Diced Potatoes and Diced Tomatoes lightly seasoned and folded into a Chicken-Flavored Broth. Stew is served over lightly seasoned Rice with a side dish of Sliced Celery and Carrot Coins, a Southern Biscuit and Apple Sauce for dessert.


THANKSGIVING DINNER BOX $30
(Quantities are Limited, So Place Your Order Today!!)
Our special holiday box contains everything you need for a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Order one for your family and one for a family in need this holiday season. Feeds, on average, four people.

7lb. (avg.) Perdue Roasting Hen
2 lb. Heat and Serve Mashed Potatoes
2 lb. Heat and Serve Corn
2 lb. Heat and Serve Green Beans
17 oz. Cornbread Stuffing
4.5 oz.Brown Gravy Mix
15 oz. Cranberry Sauce
8 Dinner Rolls
One Dessert Item



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***One or More Specials Below Available Only with the Purchase of Either of the Boxes Above***

NOVEMBER SPECIAL #1
7 lb. Grill Box $21.00

2 lb. Choice Cut Beef Roast
2 lb. St. Louis Style Pork Ribs
2 lb. Hamburger Beef Steaks (4 x 8 oz.)
1 lb. Mild Italian Sausage with Mozzarella Cheese


NOVEMBER SPECIAL #2
4.5 lb. Meat Combo $21.00

1.5 lb. Bone-In Ribeye Steaks (2 x 12 oz.)
1.5 lb. Kansas City Strip Steaks (2 x 12 oz.)
1.5 lb. Boneless Center-Cut Pork Chops (4 x 6 oz.)


NOVEMBER SPECIAL #3
4.5 lb. Flavored Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breasts $18.00

1.5 lb. Rotisserie Flavor (4 x 6 oz.)
1.5 lb. Lemon-Fajita Flavor (4 x 6 oz.)
1.5 lb. Sun-Dried Tomato Flavor (4 x 6 oz.)


NOVEMBER SPECIAL #4
Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box $21.00

3 lb. North Carolina New Crop Red Rome Apples
3 lb. Washington State New Crop Granny Smith Apples
4 lb. New Crop Florida Navel Orange
1 stalk California Celery (in sleeve)
4 lb. Premium Idaho Baking Potatoes
3 lb. New Crop North Carolina Sweet Potatoes
2 each Ruby Red Florida Grapefruit
1 lb. Premium California Carrots (cello wrapped)
2 lb. Large-Medium Yellow Onions


Orders Due: Check with your Local Host Site*
Distribution Day: Saturday, November 22*

*Please note that some host sites have earlier order deadlines and distribution dates. Please contact your local host site for information.

I do agree that November does look good. It will a good be a good way to fill your new freezer SimplyDABulous. You can order as munch as you want. It will nice to see what they do for December. I was looking at November special number three and I thought that it looks real good. My daughter likes her chicken and I thought it would be something different.

I do agree that November does look good. It will a good be a good way to fill your new freezer SimplyDABulous. You can order as munch as you want. It will nice to see what they do for December. I was looking at November special number three and I thought that it looks real good. My daughter likes her chicken and I thought it would be something different.

We ordered the flavored chicken breast special our first month ordering from AFM, but we didn't notice that it was "flavored". It must have been some kind of cajun marinade because it was spicy! My wife said it was too spicy for her. I tried cooking it a couple of different ways, but she fianlly gave up on it. So in the end, more for me!

These look like fairly mild flavorings, but do not order these thinking they are the same as plain boneless, skinless chicken breasts. You will notice the difference.

Also, note that Distribution Day for November is NOT the last Saturday of the month as it normally is. This is due, of course, to Thanksgiving being that weekend. The November menus will be distributed on Saturday, November 22nd before the holiday.

AFM I knew that November delivery date was moved up a week. The month of December Is usually moved up a week to. Thanks for the information.

Tomorrow is pick up for angel food ministries. AFM I hope the pick up goes smoothly for you. I know I am looking forward to getting my food.

AFM how did distribution day go? Did you get all of the senior boxes from last month? I wasn't in town yesterday so my husband picked ours up for me. He said it only took five minute to get the food. I am planing on order for November. I am wondering what they do for christmas since they id the Thanksgiving box this year.

Thanks to all thread contributors. I picked up my first order yesterday, and I am very pleased. All of the volunteers I met were super-nice, and the process was hassle free.

I was a little disappointed with October's regular box. Instead of California vegetables and carrots, we got spinach and corn. Instead of chicken fajitas, we got beef strips. Instead of ribeye steaks, we got sirloin. The "marinara sauce" was a regular can of spaghetti sauce. The Hawaiian punch was a smaller bottle than they specified. I know they reserve the right to substitute but there were too many substitutions this month, especially the steaks -- the same amount of sirloin instead of ribeye is not an equal substitution IMHO.

AFM how did distribution day go? Did you get all of the senior boxes from last month? I wasn't in town yesterday so my husband picked ours up for me. He said it only took five minute to get the food. I am planing on order for November. I am wondering what they do for christmas since they id the Thanksgiving box this year.

Well, I don't know that you could say the September senior boxes ever came in, but they added more October Senior Boxes to make up for the difference. Everyone seemed happy. I don't like it when they overextend themselves. Reliability is very important to customers, even if the food is low-cost. It hurt our October numbers, but it didn't kill the spirit. We're looking forward to November!

I was a little disappointed with October's regular box. Instead of California vegetables and carrots, we got spinach and corn. Instead of chicken fajitas, we got beef strips. Instead of ribeye steaks, we got sirloin. The "marinara sauce" was a regular can of spaghetti sauce. The Hawaiian punch was a smaller bottle than they specified. I know they reserve the right to substitute but there were too many substitutions this month, especially the steaks -- the same amount of sirloin instead of ribeye is not an equal substitution IMHO.

Wow. That's a lot of substitutions. Be sure and tell your host site that you were disappointed. It is important that we keep AFM focused on customers. They do a great job, and they are not some well-organized corporate machine. But they can still use constructive feedback.

I always let them know when something isn't right. How else can they improve?

Online ordering!

My site is now offering online ordering. We are pumped... okay, I'm pumped. I hope people use it. How easy is this?

If your host site is not using online ordering, ask them why not! All I had to do was ask. Tell your host site to ask about online ordering - today!

AFm I am so happy for your host site. I knew angel food ministries were trying on line ordering. I hope the total best with on line ordering AFM.

Online ordering? Schweeeeet! Do they check IDs or something to see you aren't some bum trying to steal a lot of food for a little bit of money?

Online ordering? Schweeeeet! Do they check IDs or something to see you aren't some bum trying to steal a lot of food for a little bit of money?

You have to present your receipt, no different than ordering at the location. No receipt, no order.

Angel Food Ministries released the December 2008 menu today. You can find it and other information about how to order in your area at: www.angelfoodministries.com. You can also read the wiki for this thread for answers to your questions.

In December, AFM always offers a wider variety of food options for the upcoming Christmas holiday. This year is no exception. Be sure and read all the way to the end to see all of the available specials:

DECEMBER 2008 MENU

REGULAR BOX for $30.00
Balanced nutrition and variety with enough food to feed a family of four for a week.
1.5 lb. Choice Cut Beef Roast
2 lb. Breaded Chicken Tenders
2 lb. IQF Chicken Breast
1.5 lb. Pork Chops (4 x 6 oz.)
1 lb. 80/20 Lean Beef Patties (4 x 4 oz.)
28 oz. Salisbury Steak Entreé
1 lb. All Meat Hot Dogs
1 lb. Carrots
1 lb. Green Beans
1 lb. Rice
24 oz. Steak-Cut Fries
32 oz. 2% Reduced Fat Shelf Stable Milk
7.5 oz. Mac and Cheese
14 oz. Chicken Broth
7 oz. Corn Muffin Mix
Dozen Eggs
Dessert Item

SENIOR/CONVENIENCE BOX for $28.00
For Seniors or People on the Go! Ten perfectly seasoned, nutritionally balanced, fully cooked meals—just heat and serve. Each meal has been developed with the dietary needs of senior citizens in mind, and contains 3 oz. of protein, a starch & two vegetables or fruit.
BBQ Pulled Pork: Slow Roasted lean pork in our special Hickory BBQ Sauce, served with Black Eyed Peas, Collard Greens and Cinnamon Apple Sauce.
Ground Beef Stroganoff: Tender Ground Beef in Cream Sauce served over Parsley Egg Noodles, Green Beans w/Onions and Fruit Cocktail.
Chicken Parmesan: White Chicken in Italian Style Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella Cheese atop Spaghetti, Seasoned Green Beans and Garlic Bread.
Meat Patties with Country Gravy and Onions: Lightly floured and seasoned, served in Brown Onion Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli with Cheese and Diced Beets.
Meat Loaf with Brown Herb Gravy: Traditional Meat Loaf with Herb Seasoned Brown Gravy, Sweet Potatoes, Green Peas w/Mushrooms and Green Beans.
Sliced Roast Turkey: Roasted, Sliced Turkey Breast served with Dressing and Sage Flavored Gravy, Red Potatoes in Cream Sauce, Green Beans and Jellied Cranberry Sauce.
Chicken and Mushroom Bake: Slow Cooked White Chicken served with Mushrooms in a delicious sauce over White Rice, seasoned Turnip Greens and Stewed Tomatoes.
Chicken and Broccoli: Tender white Chicken, Broccoli, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, a side of Creole style Okra and a Chocolate Chip Cookie.
Burger Stew: Tender Lean Ground Beef Stew with Vegetables served over Seasoned White Rice, accompanied by Broccoli with Mushroom Pieces and Sliced Peaches.
Red Beans and Ground Beef: Skillet Cooked Ground Beef served with Red Kidney Beans over White Rice, accompanied by Southern Flavored Collard Greens and a delicious Southern Style Biscuit.

CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY DINNER BOX for $35.00
Order one for your family and one for a family in need this holiday season. Feeds an average family including 2 adults and 2 children.
7lb. (avg.) Perdue Roasting Hen
2 lb. Natural Hickory Smoked Ham
2 lb. Heat and Serve Mashed Potatoes
2 lb. Heat and Serve Corn
2 lb. Heat and Serve Green Beans
17 oz. Cornbread Dressing
4.5 oz. Brown Gravy Mix
15 oz. Cranberry Sauce
8 Dinner Rolls
Dessert Item

***One or More Specials Available Only With the Purchase of Any of the Boxes Above ***

DECEMBER SPECIAL #1 for $22.00
6.5 lb. Grill Box
1.5 lb. Prime Rib Steak (2 x 12 oz.)
2 lb. Boneless Pork Roast
2 lb. Hamburger Beef Steaks (4 x 8 oz.)
1 lb. Bratwurst with Cheese

DECEMBER SPECIAL #2 for $21.00
4.5 lb. Meat Combo
1.5 lb. New York Strip Steaks (2 x 12 oz.)
1.5 lb. Bacon-Wrapped Beef Filet (4 x 6 oz.)
1.5 lb. Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Filet (4 x 6 oz.)

DECEMBER SPECIAL #3 for $21.00
10 lb. IQF Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breasts
10 lb. Unbreaded Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breasts

DECEMBER SPECIAL #4 for $21.00
Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box
3 lb. bag North Carolina Extra Fancy Red Rome Apples
3 lb. bag North Carolina Sweet Potatoes
2 lb. bag New Crop Medium Yellow Onions
1 stalk Sleeved California Celery
1 lb. bag California Premium Carrots
4 lb. bag New Crop Florida Navel Oranges
2 lb. bag New Crop California Lemons
2 each New Crop Florida Ruby Red Grapefruit
8 oz. California Extra Fancy Raisins
4 lb. bag New Crop Idaho Potatoes

DECEMBER SPECIAL #5 for $26.00
Holiday Mixed Fruit Gift Box
4 Washington State Large, Extra Fancy Red Delicious Apples
4 Washington State Large, Extra Fancy Golden Delicious Apples
4 Washington State Extra Large, Extra Fancy Granny Smith Apples
5 Washington State Large, Extra Fancy Red Anjou Pears
4 Extra Large, Extra Fancy Red Rome Apples
4 Large Florida Tree-Ripened Navel Oranges
4 Large Florida Tree-Ripened Tangerines
4 Large Florida Tree-Ripened Tangelos
6 Large Florida Tree-Ripened Juice Oranges
5 Large Florida Tree-Ripened Ruby Red Grapefruits
1 Recipe Sheet

DECEMBER SPECIAL #6 for $20.00
Holiday Meat and Cheese Gift Box
2 9 oz. Beef Summer Sausage
1 9 oz. Summer Sausage
1 8 oz. Yellow Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 8 oz. Yellow Mild Cheddar Cheese
1 8 oz. Monterey Jack Cheese

I was getting ready to say that December menu was up. I like the December menu better then I did November. I did not get November order. I will have to remember to order for December. I can't remember when the last time we had a lb of hamburger in the main box.

We had an extra Thanksgiving box left over on Saturday, so I bought and we took it home for a little pre-Thanksgiving meal. Now, I'm not impressed by everything AFM puts out - I've never been a big fan of the Senior Box, for instance - but this was excellent. Everything except the chicken was heat and eat, and it was quite good. Okay, maybe the rolls were average, but the rest was outstanding. We added a pork roast that was already in the crock pot and we dined well.

My mom usually cooks on Thanksgiving Day, but she is in chemo this year so she isn't really up to it. We will be eating one of these AFM meals, and we are adding a chocolate cream pie, a honey ham, and some rolls. It should be great.

They offering the same meal in December, but now they've added a ham for an extra $5. Good move. I doubt we'll get one since we will be visiting the in-laws for Christmas this year, but I highly recommend it.

:D

got a Nov box - some of it was ok but I will probably not order again

1.5 lb. New York Strip Steak (4 x 6 oz.) - not to bad - average amount of fat
3 lb. IQF Split Chicken Breast - very very fatty
2 lb. Baby Back Pork Ribs - look ok - have to find a good recipe
2 lb. Chicken Chunks - very tiny tiny little shreds of pieces that are to be deep fried (I don't
own a deep fryer ) not impressed at all - not even close to chunks
28 oz. Jumbo Charbroiled Beef Patties with Gravy - looks like the schools salisbury steak
-my kids won't eat it
1 lb. Smoked Sausage - looks like sausage
1 lb. Ground Turkey - haven't tried
1 lb. Green Beans - tiny little pieces - 1/4 - 1/2 inch
1 lb. Diced Sweet Potatoes - Didn't get - got broccoli - they were tiny bits of pieces - they
would have to be mixed into something - or you would have to
eat them w/ spoon - too tiny for a fork to pick up - kind of like
they took what fell off during washing and bagged that & sold
10 oz. Peanut Butter - small about 1/2 the size - it was cinderella brand (never heard of it
but it made my DD happy!
15 oz. Cranberry Sauce - can of just what it says
7 oz. Beef-Flavored Rice & Vermicelli - just what it says
20 oz. Shoestring Fries - just what it says
32 oz. 2% Reduced Fat Shelf-Stable Milk - haven't tried yet - little box of milk- DH calls it
military milk - It is liquid
6 oz. Pancake Mix - would probably only make a few pancakes
One Dozen Eggs- eggs are aggs
One Dessert Item - box of generic cookies - not great by themselves but good on ice
cream

:iagree: I was disappointed with the chicken chunks too... I avoid when they say "popcorn chicken" but since this said chunks I thought they'd be like chicken nuggets.

The green beens and sweet potatoes (or brocoli) would be good in soup, along with some corn and other veggies. I cut up the salisbury steak and added it to the soup, along with some rice and it actually came out pretty good. A can of beef broth, a can of vegetable broth, some seasonings and voila!

I was also disappointed in my fruit/veg box, all of my apples were briused (I mean, every SINGLE apple!!), the grapefruits too.

On the other hand, the Thanksgiving box was pretty good, my only "complaint" was I got a blueberry pie (which I hate, but my son LOVES so he was thrilled!!!). It's OK, I didn't need the sweets anyway :)

So, next time I'll skip the fruit/veg box, and avoid chicken chunks.

I was wondering about the Thanksgiving box. So I might get the Christmas box to use some time. I am sorry VEYLATE that you wasn't happy with your box. We love getting angel food. We didn't get it for Nov. because there was a couple of things we would not eat. But I am planning on getting angel food ministries in December.

I just wanted to say happy Thanksgiving.

I went to order my angel food order today. I ordered the Dec box, the Christmas/holiday box, and special # 3. I hope the Christmas box is good.

January 2009 menu is up for Angel food. I also notice that they are no longer posting the dates for ordering and delivery. not to bad. I guess I will learn to cook ground turkey. I guess I will mix it with hamburger.

I am thinking about asking my church to become a host site. Anyone on here who is involved at a host site? I would probably have to be the host site director and just wanted to know how things run.
Thanks

I am thinking about asking my church to become a host site. Anyone on here who is involved at a host site? I would probably have to be the host site director and just wanted to know how things run.
Thanks

Yes, I am the director at a host site. PM me for more information. I'll be glad to tell you more about it.

Afm How is your host site orders. Are that staying up? Just wonder.

Afm How is your host site orders. Are that staying up? Just wonder.

They have been fairly level since late summer until this month. We are down quite a bit. I assume that is due to the holidays. This is my first December doing this so this may be normal. I just don't know.

I expect things will swing the other way early in 2009 as the economy continues to contract and people get the credit card bills for Christmas.

Thanks for asking! :nod:

Afm I do hope your orders picks back up in Jan. I got a feeling they way our economy is going more people will be looking into angel food. We are all going to have to tighten our belts.

I was interested in this program but there wasn't a host site near me so I read the new posts and didn't really give it a second thought. For the heck of it I went to see if anything had changed and lo and behold there were 3 sites I could drive to! I checked out the current menu and I have to say I don't think it's worth the money. Seriously, I could pick this stuff up for less at Price-rite or Aldi's. :nod:

I was interested in this program but there wasn't a host site near me so I read the new posts and didn't really give it a second thought. For the heck of it I went to see if anything had changed and lo and behold there were 3 sites I could drive to! I checked out the current menu and I have to say I don't think it's worth the money. Seriously, I could pick this stuff up for less at Price-rite or Aldi's. :nod:

The nearest Aldi's is 6 hours away. Sorry. Shipping kills the deal. :)

The nearest Aldi's is 6 hours away. Sorry. Shipping kills the deal. :)

That was great, thanks for making me laugh! :teehee:

AFm I understand about he aldi situation. We had an aldi in my town till they closed. Know I have to travel 45 min to get to one. That kinda took a bite out of the savings to. It makes angel food look better all the time.

I do not pick up my Dec angel food order until the 20th of this month. I am just wondering if anyone has picked up here angel food this past Saturday the 13th. Did you get every thing you were suppose to get or did they sub any thing? Thanks

Anyone who has tried the steaks that you usually get - what do you think of them? My husband made them one night when I was gone and said the steaks were very tough and fatty - anyone else have that sort of expirience? Now he's kind of against getting the AFM box.

Alexmommy I am sorry that your husband was not happy with the steaks. The steaks we got has never been fatty, a little chewy once or twice. But my family has been happy with our steaks.

Anyone who has tried the steaks that you usually get - what do you think of them? My husband made them one night when I was gone and said the steaks were very tough and fatty - anyone else have that sort of expirience? Now he's kind of against getting the AFM box.

I get this complaint occasionally, but it is not the norm. I suspect every batch has some fatty steaks in it just like you'll see at the supermarket. Of course, at the supermarket, you get to select your meat.

Two suggestions: 1. Tell your host site. They need to know when the food quality is not what it should be. 2. When you go through the line next time, ask them not to give you fatty steaks. They should be able to accommodate you.

I got my food today. Boy my freezer is pack. I am set for at least a week. Also I just wanted to say Merry Christmas.

I am wondering how some other pick up (angel food) went? What do you think of your food? Did anyone else get the Christmas box and what did you think? Is anyone thinking of ordering in January? Just curious.

I am wondering how some other pick up (angel food) went? What do you think of your food? Did anyone else get the Christmas box and what did you think? Is anyone thinking of ordering in January? Just curious.

I ordered a couple different oxes a few months ago and we still have most of it in the freezer. If you are used to eating chicken nuggets and kind of low grade meats and prepared foods, it's ok. My family was in shock.
They tried a bit here and there but really hated it. We eat mostly fresh stuff. I buy in bulk during sales and we really don't buy the frozen convenience foods cause they aren't very good and they are terrible for you. I can't say we are food snobs or health nuts at all but we really felt ripped off by the food. JMHO, you may feel differently. I tried even though i read the bad reviews.

STLUCIELADL I think a lot of it is what your family is use to. My family does like some prepared food and they also like some food that I made from scratch to. It is what every one is use to.

Has any one ordered for January? If so what did you order? If you don't mind me asking. This month I just ordered the main box. Since I ordered extra last month. It is about time for February menu to be up. It will be nice to see what is for February.

Can you still order for January now?

My host site says:

January 2009 Order Period
Online Order Deadline: 01/11/09 11:59PM EDT

If so, when is pick up?

Whimseys it looks like you have till the 11 of Jan to order on line. Pick up for me is the 24th of Jan. I hope this helps.

Wasn't sure, I didn't see the pick up date. Thanks!

I notice that angel food has the February menu up. It don't look to bad. This month they have just a fruit special and a side special.

AFM was the orders in Dec up? Did you order the christmas box? i did not bad. I didn't cool it all at once I just broke it up. Only thing My kids thought my home canned green beans were better. Other wise we was we was happy with the christmas box.

Wasn't sure, I didn't see the pick up date. Thanks!

Did you go ahead and order angel food this month?

Did you go ahead and order angel food this month?

I did...pick up is this Saturday. :)

I did...pick up is this Saturday. :)

I am glad that you were able to get it order. Let us know what you think.

I am glad that you were able to get it order. Let us know what you think.

Well, my two complaints are the "chicken nuggets" in the special ended up being tiny "breaded dark meat chunks" which my kids probably won't eat and when I got home I noticed I was missing the 14 lbs of chicken legs. I don't know what I would have done with them anyway but still I paid for it.

I'll probably do it again though. The people there were extremely nice and I saw a $5 sign being put on some boxes, looked like extras. I didn't have any cash on me so I didn't inquire further but will next month. Overall, a good experience. :)

Another complaint - I just noticed the "beef" was really a bloody chicken back. I've never cooked that or eaten that in my life!

Sent an email off but haven't heard anything.

Well, my two complaints are the "chicken nuggets" in the special ended up being tiny "breaded dark meat chunks" which my kids probably won't eat and when I got home I noticed I was missing the 14 lbs of chicken legs. I don't know what I would have done with them anyway but still I paid for it.

I'll probably do it again though. The people there were extremely nice and I saw a $5 sign being put on some boxes, looked like extras. I didn't have any cash on me so I didn't inquire further but will next month. Overall, a good experience. :)

I got some of those "chicken nugget" things a few months back. I tried baking them in the oven (350 degrees) and they were good on top of a salad. I didn't need to add any oil or anything, apparently the coating they put on them contains oil so they actually fried a bit on the baking sheet.

If you or your family eat salads, this is a reasonably healthy way to cook/eat them. I hate having anything go to waste.

If you or your family eat salads, this is a reasonably healthy way to cook/eat them. I hate having anything go to waste.

That's a great idea - thanks! :hug:

I went to pick up my order and was inform that I got hamburger pattys in stead of pork riblets. Which is good because I know my kids will eat hamburgers.

So is anyone planning on ordering for February?

I know this gets posted from time to time, but with times being what they are, I thought I would put it out for people who didn't know. Angel Food Network lets you order food for $30.00 each month and is a good value. there are also special boxes you can order each month with fruit/meat/veggies. You find a participating place in your locale, order and it is delivered later that month. No, it isn't name brand stuff for the most part, but it saves us money every month, and I can live with that! You do not have to be "in need" to order, the more people that order, the better deal they can get, so there is no requirements. Anybody can order. http://www.angelfoodministries.com/

This has been posted many times before. It's not a bad reminder. Just keep in mind that (at least in the Southeast) the boxes include alot of processed food and in my area the meats have not always been the best quality (fatty, etc).

Don't get me wrong, it's a great deal and if you are struggling to feed your family, it is better than the alternative. Just don't go into it thinking you will get lots of food choices (it's a fixed menu) and for a normal family it is a grocery supplement and is not enough to feed the family 3 meals a day for the entire month.

Right, it says one box feeds a family of 4 for a week. I use it as a supplement like you said. Not top shelf quality, but if you are used to store brand quality, that is what it is.

We use angelfood all the time and love it as a supplement to our meals.... mmmm ribs.

I can do better with coupons, because then I get name brand items. I have gotten the fruits & veggies supplement when my friends order though, because that's a good deal.

Not one within about 100 miles of me. :(

Holy cow there are 5 around me I could go to. :)

Out of three years I only missed it two months We like it pretty good. For us it has helped a lot. I realize there is some that don't care for the food. As I look at it not every one likes the same food. Every one has there preference. But for some this is a good ministry.

I ordered my Feb angel food. I bought two regular boxes and special 1 and 3. I figure it will be warm enough to start grilling out. So that is why I ordered special 1. Special 3 I got because it was a fajita box. AFM how is your host site doing? Are you still over it. Is the orders picking up?

I ordered my Feb angel food. I bought two regular boxes and special 1 and 3. I figure it will be warm enough to start grilling out. So that is why I ordered special 1. Special 3 I got because it was a fajita box. AFM how is your host site doing? Are you still over it. Is the orders picking up?

Actually, we have seen a decrease in participation ever since the hurricane. A lot of people got some nice insurance checks so people are kind of flush with cash at the moment.

Honestly, our community has not yet felt the effects of the recession - we are still adding jobs, believe it or not. Still, those that do participate enjoy the service, and our volunteers always have a great time.

:bounce:

The March menu is now available at www.angelfoodministries.com. Check it out!

The April menu is up at www.angelfoodministries.com. In addition to the Regular Menu and the Senior/Convenience Box, they have added an Allergen-Free Menu, and a Seafood Box. And there are SEVEN Specials this month. Something for everyone...

Several of our local churches have dropped the AFM program due to the FBI investigation that's currently going on and the lawsuit that was just settled regarding board member (family) compensation.

http://newsok.com/angel-food-ministries-settles-lawsuit/article/3353025

Yah...I pick up my March order tomorrow

JPOWER how did your pick up went. My pick up is on the 28. I can't wait. Marches order is my biggest order yet. AFM I am sorry that your orders as dropped off some. I hope they pick up some and soon. I was looking at Aprils menu and it looks pretty good. For March I ordered three main boxes, special one, and the chicken tenders special I think its special six. I will let everyone know how it goes.

Several of our local churches have dropped the AFM program due to the FBI investigation that's currently going on and the lawsuit that was just settled regarding board member (family) compensation.[/url]

Frankly, we didn't pay this much attention, and few of our customers were even aware of it. Maybe it's a big deal in Georgia? I cannot name a single site in our area that has dropped AFM. In fact, another church south of us just joined up.

Personally, I guess I've been around long enough to know in-fighting is as predictable as death and taxes. These folks send us the food at a great price, and our customers pay for it. I don't really see where all of this "money" comes from. Donations, maybe? But I think it has a lot more to do with power. Everyone wants to rule their corner of the universe. Even charitable organizations are susceptible.

I hope they are able to keep providing the service (and I haven't seen anything that would say otherwise.) Some of our customers really depend on this ministry.

I don't know if it's a big deal in Georgia -- I'm in NC, and it was a big deal with a few of the groups (which is why they dropped the program) once word got around.

Some money comes from donations, but the bulk of it comes also from the boxes they sell -- meaning if they hadn't decided to be greedy, maybe they could have kept the box prices lower, offered more items and/or gotten better quality food. Even if it's only $1/box, think of how many boxes they sell over the course of a year -- it adds up. It's not on an AIG scale, but it's still a lot of money that is getting diverted from its intended purpose.

Luckily for me, I've been able to stockpile quite a bit of pantry items, and I've picked up some extra frozen items when they've gone on sale, so I'm actually getting more/better quality food for the same amount as my AFM boxes each month so I haven't used it in awhile. IMHO the quality of the items offered has gone down a lot over the last couple of years, although I am glad to see them trying to offer a variety of boxes/senior meals to cater to more people.

I heard or read about the IRS FBI search. The thing is the search was not on angel food ministries, but on one or two people inside. We are not to judge. If some one did wrong they will have to answer to God. Right know I am not worrying about it. I am going to go ahead and order angel food. I am sorry for the churches that decided to drop AFM. They are the ones that is going to lose out on the blessings. Again they have there reasons and it is not up to me to judge them. I am hoping this will all work out.

If the folks at AFM Headquarters are making money off of the food, they need some serious marketing lessons. There are far easier ways to make money.

As for the host sites that dropped the program, that's certainly their perogative, and I understand. I'm just saying it isn't a big deal with us. There are no perfect people - or organizations for that matter. If some host sites were upset by the negative press, I don't blame them for getting out. I hope they're able to come up with something else just as good.

As for AFM as a whole, March is their 2nd largest volume on record. It looks like they are still making a difference, and I don't see that changing soon. If there are those profiting off of charity, God help 'em. But I'm fairly sure 99+% of the folks are doing this to help out their communities.

If the folks at AFM Headquarters are making money off of the food, they need some serious marketing lessons. There are far easier ways to make money.

As for the host sites that dropped the program, that's certainly their perogative, and I understand. I'm just saying it isn't a big deal with us. There are no perfect people - or organizations for that matter. If some host sites were upset by the negative press, I don't blame them for getting out. I hope they're able to come up with something else just as good.

As for AFM as a whole, March is their 2nd largest volume on record. It looks like they are still making a difference, and I don't see that changing soon. If there are those profiting off of charity, God help 'em. But I'm fairly sure 99+% of the folks are doing this to help out their communities.

I see your point. Thanks

Has anyone got there angel food yet? How did it go? Did you get any sub.? I get mine at 1:30. I am waiting to get my stuff. Would any one like to report.

Well I went and got my food today. I was suppose to get sliced turkey breast lunch meat instead I got ground turkey. Well they have the right to sub. For the first time the ground beef does not have the same packages. I will say I am set in meat fo a while

I think I'm done with this. Every month seems to be a hassle. The first month I posted about - the sub and the missing item. They held the item for me and I picked it up in February. Yes, they left out my strip steaks that month. So, today I do my March pick up and we count everything in the box. All there, yay! I get my special box (which we all know are already boxed) and go home. Imagine my surprise when I realized I got the fruit & veggies box instead of the 10 lbs of chicken I ordered! Sigh...

whimseys I am sorry that you are having trouble with you AFM order pick up. I know I would be very disappointed if it happen to me. Here it has happen more then once to you.

Thanks, 0 for 3 so far!

I went to order my Angel food today. I ordered two signature boxes and a special 1. Has any one else order for April yet? Share if you would like.

Thanks, 0 for 3 so far!

Sadly, it seems to go that way. There is always ONE person for which everything goes wrong. I have a lady like that at our site. She orders like 20 items and distributes them at work - and something always gets done wrong. (This last month, someone gave her Easter Dinner Boxes instead of the Assorted Meat Boxes.)

What's the old adage? If you want it done right... I have instructed her to NEVER leave the parking lot until I have had a chance to personally inventory her order. Fundamentally, it isn't an ego thing - well, maybe it is :D - but a lot of it has to do with cradle to grave. I see the stuff when it comes off the truck. I know what it looks like. Many of the workers are not there until the truck is already unloaded so they know little about the specials, substitutions, etc. And the errors always occur as we get started.

So, two suggestions: Arrive a little later. By then, most of the errors are corrected. And insist on a detailed inventory. Based on history, you deserve that. :cool:

I went to order my Angel food today. I ordered two signature boxes and a special 1. Has any one else order for April yet? Share if you would like.

Here's a personal ranking:

Signature Box: 8 out of 10. Hard to miss with this. Even if I give away several items, it's a good deal.

Senior Box: 3 out of 10. Easily the worst item on the list. I have all but stopped promoting them. There is too much variety. (Do people still eat mustard greens?) They're too salty, and cooking the entire meal in the microwave leaves me with at least one item that's overcooked.

Assorted Meat Box: 8 out of 10. This is always a crowd favorite. I only rank it 8 because I'm not a big sausage fan.

Meat Combo: 8 out of 10. The ribeyes are great. I like the chicken too, but bacon-wrapped is not (IMO) the best way to serve this.

Steak & Pork: 7 out of 10. I'm not that big on pork, but those KC strips are great.

Chicken Breast: 10 out of 10. I love these things. Great value.

Hamburgers: 8 out of 10. I wish they were a bit leaner, but they taste terrific.

Fresh Fruit: 9 out of 10. The only drawback is that it's hard to eat it all before it spoils.

Valencia Oranges: 9 out of 10. Again, if I can eat 'em before they go bad and there as good as the tangerines, we're in business.

That being said, I'll probably try the Fish & Shrimp Box this month, and my wife wants the oranges. Before I order more than that, I'll have to check the freezer inventory. :bounce:

So, two suggestions: Arrive a little later. By then, most of the errors are corrected. And insist on a detailed inventory. Based on history, you deserve that. :cool:

I seriously think I'm done with this. They called me two days after I picked up and asked if I was missing the 10 lbs of chicken. I emailed them back that I was (you only get a machine at the church) but there was no more follow up from them. They've changed the entrance to be the same one where the Matthew ministry is and it's kind of scary. I'm not being racist here or anything but this church is not in the best area and people would not move to let me by last pick up. When I have to bring my four kids with me for pick ups it's a little disconcerting.

Oh well, I tried! Best of luck to everyone, may your boxes be heavy and correct! :P

I seriously think I'm done with this... When I have to bring my four kids with me for pick ups it's a little disconcerting.

Yikes. Sometimes I forget that the host sites are not always in the most inviting areas. Thanks for the well wishes.

Whimsey: is there another host site close to you. That you might want to try. If you are tire of the treatment you get then don't go back but try another host site when you get brave enough. Not all host site are the same.

There are 3 near me. This one was 6 miles away and the other two are 15 miles. I could try one of the others. Maybe for May. :)

Good luck on trying a new host site whimseys. Keep us inform please.

AFM has orders picked up for your host site yet?

Good luck on trying a new host site whimseys. Keep us inform please.

AFM has orders picked up for your host site yet?

We are expecting an increase this month. The only downside is that the order deadline is this weekend - Easter! Also, I started a blog for our host site. (That's so much easier than building a web site.) PM me if you would like the address.

It is about time foe Angel Food to post May menu. I am looking forward to seeing what they are going to have and what will be knew.

It may be a little late this month. The HQ in Atlanta suffered a major power outage after a thunderstorm this week. The website and telephones were down for quite a while today. It wreaked havoc with entering orders - today was deadline day - and may delay the posting of the May menu.

Stay tuned...

AFM thanks for telling us. This way we are not wondering why the new menu is running late.

Now the May menu is up:

http://www.angelfoodministries.com/menu_0905en.asp

I was looking at the menu and I think it is a good menu. I will be ordering for sure in May. I was wondering if anyone else is planning on ordering for May. What are you wanting to order. Feel free to share. I am looking at ordering 4 signature boxes, Special one, and special four. I am not sure about any of the produce specials yet.

Did anyone have pick up today? How did it go?

I have always wanted to try this ...and after reading here... I am going to. Thanks for all the info!

sallnori I hope you enjoy Angel Food as much as we do. Good luck.

I got my food today and I am happy with it. Did anyone else pick up There AF order today? How did it go/

sallnori I hope you enjoy Angel Food as much as we do. Good luck.

thanks... I am excited to try it!

AFM how did your host site do today? Did you have any new ones? I am hoping your host site is growing.

Has anyone ordered for May yet? would anyone like to share what you order. I am ordering on the 7th of May. I will let everyone know then what I order.

I placed my Angel Food Order today. I ordered three signature boxes, one special one, and one special four.

Angel food ministries has there June menu up. That is if anyone is interested.

Did anyone get the "Latin Flavors" Fruit and Veggie Box in May? I would appreciate a review if you have the time. The June version is equally interesting.

Just ordered for the first time.... Sounds like a good deal.

Just ordered for the first time.... Sounds like a good deal.

I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Did anyone get the "Latin Flavors" Fruit and Veggie Box in May? I would appreciate a review if you have the time. The June version is equally interesting.

I haven't been brave enough to try it. I am hoping to get some report from other people. AFM how is your host site doing. I hope you were able to pick up some more orders.

July's menu is up.

August menu is up.

Just ordered for the first time.... Sounds like a good deal.
How did you like your food that receive?

AFM how is your host site doing? I hope your orders is up. I hope all is well.

Well, there have been a few changes since I last posted. I'll break 'em down:

1. No more purchase restrictions. In the past, you had to buy the Signature Box (or equivalent) to get access to the Specials. That is no more. You can order whatever you want, and as much as you want. (This was a silly requirement. Glad it's gone.)

2. Extended order period. The order period has been extended by 2 more days. While that doesn't sound like much, it is meaningful. People don't like paying for something and waiting 2 weeks to receive it. That gap has now narrowed to less than 10 days. Also, that means the deadline will usually be around mid-month. In our state, many EBT card recipients do not get their funds until mid-month. These extra 2 days will allow them to participate.

3. Quality of the food. Thanks to your feedback (and mine), AFM has put more emphasis on the quality of the food and stopped introducing so many alternate menus. On top of that, they are offering a "picture" menu each month so you can actually see what the food looks like so there is no confusion.

If you are interested, everyone is eligible (and encouraged) to participate. Go to www.angelfoodministries.com and find a host site near you. You can order online at most sites, and you can still save about 50% per purchase.

PM me if you have any questions.

I had an interesting conversation with AFM Headquarters yesterday, and I wanted to share some of it with you.

In early 2009, the food simply hasn't been as good it could have been or should have been. Even at a bargain price, people want good quality food. And that was the main point of our conversation.

In short, AFM now recognizes that they dropped the ball. They know the food was quality was below their previous standards and of course, below your standards. They did not speculate on the reason, but serving 500,000 units of food a month surely has its challenges and food quality is among them. But since the summer of 2009, they have reversed the trend. And we have noticed. Gone are Salisbury steaks and chicken backs and here to stay are beef roasts and chicken breasts. The quality has returned, and for that I thanked them. I also offered our appreciation for all they do. Everyone makes a mistake now and then. But only those who learn from it truly understand what it takes to make a quality product.

If you have not tried AFM lately, I challenge you to do so. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

It has been a while since I been on the site and see what was posted. I am glad that they are recognize that there was an issue and that they are willing to fix it. Thanks AFM for telling us that. I am still ordering from AFM. I no longer get just a box and a special. I have worked up to ordering like three or four signature boxes and a special. This is my biggest order yet is this month. This month my order is: four signature boxes, sea food box, an after school box, and the chicken breast special. We like the sea food and continue ordering it. If we like the after school box we might continue ordering it. Don't get me wrong if there is a build up of food in freezer I will slack off on ordering a month and use up what we have in the freeze. I have hit a sale or two and didn't order as much, but over all I am happy with the food I get and I still order it. I am one of those that cooks three meals a day. So I am in the process of down sizing what is in my freezer. That way if there is an extra special box I can order extra.

I got my food today and every thing looks good. Plus my freezers are full and the fun times starts by using what we got.

I got my April's order and it looks good. I am in the process of ordering May's food. I want to challenge every one that hasn't ordered lately to try once more. Angel Food has came a long way on their food. Remember you can order as much or as little as you want. If there is a month you really like you can order extra. Angel Food can help stretch your food money or help you save money for some thing special. The meat stays in the freezer for a while. It is not that you have to use every thing you get in one month unless you want.

I am waiting for May's food to get here. Having a hard time waiting. I will be good for meat for a while.

Well I get my order tomorrow. I am waiting to see what the desert is. AFM how is your host site doing? I hope your orders has picked up. Has any one ordered lately that hasn't order in a while? Just was wondering.

Well I ordered for June. Order is smaller then May's order. This gives me time to work on using what is in my freezer. Angel Food is doing a contest. If you order one box and have a email address your name is put in a five hundred dollar drawing. Then if you order three boxes or more then your name is put in the drawing a second time. I thought I would mention this just in case if some one was wanting to try Angel Food this would be a little extra.

Next week I get my order. I will be glad to get it. July's menu is up. There is no sea food box. So I guess I will be waiting to get fish when they bring the sea food back or try to buy some once in a while. There is now a bit of blessing special that they are offering. I bought it in May when they first offered it. It is focus around dour meats and sides. I believe they offer a frozen fruit in it also. There is a bag of frozen fruit. The price is I am wanting to say 21 or 22 dollars. So yes the bit of blessing is smaller but a little cheaper also. I am challenging every one to look at it. AFM how is your host sits doing. I am hoping your host site is growing and thriving.

July's menu is up. I have ordered and paid for me. What about you?

Starting in August the signature boxes are going down in price. It will be &28.95 for the signature box. I don't know if this will interest any one or not.

I got my July's order on the 31st. It almost filled my freezers. Know I am looking over August menu. Truing to decide what I want to order and what kind of room we will have to store every thing.

Getting ready to plan my August order. The signature box is a dollar cheaper starting this month.

I wish they had a selection for fatties. I'm trying to lose weight and I don't want to have breaded chicken or fish sticks...

Does this really save you money? How much are those items in the store? It seems that they are averages $2.49/lb for all the items, that's pretty expensive sounding to me, anyone care to elaborate on comparison deals?

Once in a while I come across a month that is not worth ordering. Over all it is worth me to go ahead and order. I did order today and my order was 3 signature box and 1 after school box.

September's menu is up and there was some changes. New boxes. It is worth looking into.

Some one asked if I save money on Angel Food. I believe I do save money buying from Angel Food. One thing I like is I pay for it at the first part of the month when I have funds. Then it comes at the end of the month when I am getting tired of what we have in the freezer and when food is getting low. So Angel Food is a God sent for us. Besides that my hubby and daughter loves the steaks. If it wasn't for Angel Food there would be no steaks to cook.

Got my food today and it looks real good. Know I am focusing on Septembers order. Looking over, studying and deciding what to order.

AFM how is your host site doing? Are you beginning to pick up numbers yet?

lol, breni are you in here talking to yourself?

I bookmarked this back when I joined SD but there were no close sites. Saw the church I pass at least once a day had a sign up for Angel Ministry and lo and behold they are now a site, as well as another in the next town over. Used to be an hour to the closest site.

Really surprised by the selections, including the seniors/diabetic box. Prices are good especially if you don't have the space/time/energy to cook for yourself and store those supplies.

I think we will be ordering and looking to help out, even though we are not part of the congregations that host these. Its a very needed and worthy cause.

I post on here every once in a while hoping some one would come across the site and learn about Angel Food. I will say once in a while it seems like I am talking to my self. I am glad there is one close to you know purplefdu. You don't have to belong to a church to order angel food from them. I am sure they will love it if you were able to help yo.

I'll jump in to say that we also use angel food. Prices are good, selection is better than I expected.

I had no idea there was a thread on this here. We've tried two different sites and the people at both were extremely nice and friendly. We will order again next month, skipped this month becuase we just didn't need it

I love doing angel food. I think I missed 3 or 4 times of ordering. I missed because the freezers was full. The following month was a little rough right before angel food order came in. So know when the freezer is full my order is smaller. Which is one thing I like is because you can order as little or as much as you want. I started ordering one signature box a month. Then I got where I order 3 or 4 signature boxes and a special. I also love my host site to.

I have place my October order. I ordered 3 bountiful boxes and 2 seafood boxes. They brought the seafood box back.

I have place my October order. I ordered 3 bountiful boxes and 2 seafood boxes. They brought the seafood box back.

How is the seafood box? I've heard the meats and fruits and veggies are good.

We like the seafood box. They are good. Haven't found every thing we had at the store. I am hopping that they will bring it back. The stuffed flounder that we had in the sea food box taste a lot like the one that Red Lobster serves.

Bump!

I received this e-mail today:

All,

It is with great heaviness of heart that we report that Angel Food Ministries will not be holding a September distribution. We are working extremely hard and looking forward to our future distributions.

In the meantime, please do not accept September orders. Please refund immediately any money to your customers for orders you have already received. If you require assistance with food stamp refunds, we will have personnel available. All online orders already received are currently being process for full refunds.

For months now, we have incurred rising food and fuel prices and operational costs in the face of declining sales. Nevertheless, we continued to offer food at prices far below the biggest retailers in America. We continued to serve the needy who live in areas that compromised our ability to operate profitably. We continued to reward our church partners and since 1994 have returned some $24 million to them.

As you all know, we have not relied on donations -- less than 1 percent of our revenue comes from donations and approximately 92 percent of our revenues goes directly to our food programs. Over past several months we have cut overhead to the bone, reduced staff, streamlined operations and slashed management compensation.

Our food vendors and trucking contractors have stood by us throughout these trying times and we have sought their counsel on how we will move forward. We thank them for their commitment to helping us help those in need.

Since 1994 we have helped millions save hundreds of millions in food costs. We are in the process of re-examining our business, of restructuring our operations to focus on ways in which we can continue to help our customers and church partners.

We appreciate all of your hard work, dedication and faithfulness to the Lord, your church, your community and to Angel Food Ministries. We will keep in touch with you concerning our progress and will post changes to our website, www.angelfoodministries.com.

And it is confirmed by the Atlanta Journal Constitution: LINK (http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/angel-food-ministries-suspends-1161573.html)

:(:(

In case you missed it, Angel Food Ministries is no more...

http://www.ldnews.com/ci_19065064

Apparently somebody was raking in money from it. Shame.