​Farmworker Coordinating Council of palm beach county, inc.​

  •  Food distribution
  • Distribution of clothing & household items
  • Toiletries distribution
  • Diaper distribution
  • Financial literacy workshops
  • Scholarships


The Food & Nutrition Program helps reduce food insecurity by providing consistent access to nutritious food for farmworkers and low-income individuals and families throughout Palm Beach County. Through weekly food distributions and pantry services at our Lake Worth and Belle Glade offices, the program supports households facing financial hardship, unstable income, and other barriers to meeting basic nutritional needs. In addition to food assistance, participants have access to nutrition education, and support groups that promote healthy lifestyles and long-term wellness. By ensuring families can access food quickly and with dignity, the program helps strengthen household stability and improve overall community health.

For more information, please contact either office at

Lake Worth -  (561) 533-7227 

OR

 Belle Glade -  (561) 992-0603 

The Education Program is designed to provide high-quality, culturally responsive education to Palm Beach County low-income families. These programs aim to foster self-sufficiency, promote educational advancement, and enhance the overall quality of life for participants of all ages.

The initiative includes academic tutoring for elementary school students to support their progress in core subjects and bridge learning gaps. It also offers parenting workshops that strengthen family engagement in education and provide tools for effective child development. For adults, the programs include English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), literacy courses, computer skills training, and additional workshops focused on practical life skills and workforce readiness.

Beyond the classroom, the Education Programs feature seasonal activities such as spring and summer camps, holiday events, and enrichment opportunities that support the social-emotional development of children and create a sense of community for participating families. These efforts reflect our commitment to breaking cycles of poverty through education and empowering families to thrive both academically and economically.

The FPES Program addresses economic instability among farmworker families in Palm Beach County. Many of these families work in seasonal, low-wage agricultural jobs under physically demanding conditions. They often face language barriers, limited formal education, and scarce access to affordable housing, factors that contribute to frequent financial emergencies, housing instability, and disconnection from essential services. This program provides case management to help families achieve stability, self-sufficiency, and better long-term outcomes. Services include distribution of food, hygiene items, clothing, emergency rental and utility assistance, transportation to medical and social service appointments, access to educational resources, financial literacy, and translation and interpretation support. Program staff also connect families with essential public benefits and assistance programs, including Social Security, disability benefits, unemployment assistance, and food support. Staff help parents navigate the public education system to ensure their children are properly enrolled in school and connect clients with educational and skills-development programs that can improve employment opportunities and support long-term economic stability. Through collaboration with community organizations and service providers, the program helps families access the resources they need to address immediate challenges while building a pathway toward greater self-sufficiency.

PEOPLE IN NEED (PIN):

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Food and Nutrition (F&N)

EDUCATION PROGRAM


The People in Need (PIN) Program supports individuals and families in Palm Beach County who are experiencing financial hardship and difficulty meeting their basic needs. Using the ALICE threshold as determined by United Way as a guide for eligibility, the program provides individualized case management to help households overcome immediate challenges, strengthen financial stability, and work toward long-term self-sufficiency. Services include emergency rent and utility assistance, food, clothing, household and hygiene items, diapers and baby supplies, transportation assistance, financial literacy, support groups, and translation and interpretation services. Through referrals and collaboration with community organizations, the program also connects families with healthcare, legal, social service, and other resources that strengthen their overall well-being and long-term financial stability.
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  •  School supplies distribution​
  • Discounted bus passes
  • Transportation
  • Translation & interpretation
  • Support groups 
  • Emergency rental & utility assistance


FAMILY PRESERVATION & ECONOMIC STABILIZATION (FPES)