For the Good South Bend

For the Good South Bend For the Good is a ministry of accompaniment that seeks the common good of our South Bend neighbors.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and make dinner count for something more. A portion of the evening’s proceeds wil...
03/03/2026

Bring your friends, bring your family, and make dinner count for something more. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go toward supporting the work of For The Good, SB.

12/02/2025

Are you trying to find ways to support your neighbors but you’re just not quite sure how? Giving Tuesday is the perfect opportunity to get started! Please consider donating to For the Good today—every penny makes a difference in the work we’re able to do. We work hard to make sure funds are used wisely to funnel our resources and meet the needs of our community in a dignifying and sustainable way.

11/12/2025

Come with us as we prepare food boxes for delivery.

For The Good will be at the bazaar, selling sweatshirts and so many other handmade treasures. Help us spread the word an...
11/10/2025

For The Good will be at the bazaar, selling sweatshirts and so many other handmade treasures. Help us spread the word and plan to come and see us! We’ll be in the gym!

Starting tomorrow, thousands of families in our community will lose their SNAP food benefits because of the government s...
10/31/2025

Starting tomorrow, thousands of families in our community will lose their SNAP food benefits because of the government shutdown. That means no help to buy groceries.

We can’t let our neighbors go hungry.

Donate online through our website or on Venmo () to help cover the cost of a food box–every dollar helps feed a family.

Approximately 20,000 South Bend residents may lose their SNAP food benefits in November due to the federal government sh...
10/28/2025

Approximately 20,000 South Bend residents may lose their SNAP food benefits in November due to the federal government shutdown, as the Department of Agriculture has directed states not to issue November funding. This affects about one in five neighbors in our city.

Many will face empty cupboards, while others may have to spend what little they have on groceries—leaving less for rent, utilities, education, and healthcare.

The truth is, many of the families and individuals relying on this assistance are hardworking people, earning paychecks that simply don’t cover the rising cost of living.

While the City is not replacing federal funding at this time, our community can come together to care for one another—and that’s exactly what we plan to do.

For the Good is launching The Food Box Challenge, and we invite you to join us!

Over the past week, we’ve been compiling lists of “household favorites,” the best ingredients for food boxes tailored to each family we serve. Now, we’re looking for community members to help fill those boxes.

Get involved in one of three ways:

1. Fill a food box: Shop from our provided list and fill a food box! Comment “list” and we’ll send you the shopping list along with instructions for delivering your box to the For The Good food pantry.

2. Donate items: Pick up one or two items from the list and drop them off at the For The Good food pantry. Comment “donate” and we’ll send you a few items to choose from, along with instructions for delivering your box to the For The Good food pantry.

3. Give financially: Contribute through https://forthegoodsb.com/donate OR https://account.venmo.com/u/forthegoodsb to help cover the cost of a food box.

As November begins, a month dedicated to gratitude, it feels right that our thankfulness for what we have becomes an attitude of giving.

Join us in filling bellies and bringing stability in uneasy times.

In Indiana, poverty alone can be considered a reason for a child’s removal from their home. Sometimes it’s not a lack of...
10/20/2025

In Indiana, poverty alone can be considered a reason for a child’s removal from their home.

Sometimes it’s not a lack of care — it’s a lack of clean clothes, reliable transportation, or stable housing. Families who deeply love their children are being separated because they can’t afford the basics.

That’s why something as simple as clean laundry can keep families together. Access to a washer and dryer can mean the difference between being seen as a “neglectful” parent or a parent doing their best with the resources they have.

When we support families with dignity—clean clothes, full bellies, a safe place to rest—we’re not just meeting needs. We’re working to keep families together.

Will you consider partnering with us as we launch The Laundry Collective, a new initiative providing free loads of laundry (detergent and a helping hand included)?

Buy a sweatshirt and give the gift of a FREE load of laundry to a South Bend neighbor! Each purchase of a sweatshirt cov...
10/07/2025

Buy a sweatshirt and give the gift of a FREE load of laundry to a South Bend neighbor!

Each purchase of a sweatshirt covers the cost of a large load of laundry at a local laundromat(detergent and a volunteer clothes-folder included!).

Purchase sweatshirts at https://ez2jxs-bn.myshopify.com or at https://forthegoodsb.com

Sweatshirts are available in sizes S-5XL and will be printed and delivered in time for Christmas!

Introducing The Laundry Collective! In the state of Indiana, the definition of neglect includes poverty—the inability to...
09/02/2025

Introducing The Laundry Collective!

In the state of Indiana, the definition of neglect includes poverty—the inability to provide food, clothes, medical care, or shelter. A lack of clean clothes can lead to missed school days, DCS involvement, and unnecessary stress on families that are already struggling to make ends meet. Life gets hard and nobody should have to go it alone, which is why we’re asking you to help us share the load.

Our new initiative, The Laundry Collective, helps to spread a little TLC to our neighbors by providing laundry access for families in need. Just $15 can wash and dry school uniforms for a child so they don’t have to miss school, and $250 would provide a family with laundry access for an entire month.

Clean laundry shouldn’t be a luxury. Donating to The Laundry Collective helps us to meet this basic need and keep families safe and together.

If you would like to donate to support TLC, we accept monetary donations at forthegoodsb.com or on Venmo, or you can send laundry supplies to us directly through our Amazon Wishlist. Links to donate are in our bio and on forthegoodsb.com!

At For The Good, we believe in the power of storytelling and the importance of protecting the narratives of those we ser...
12/03/2024

At For The Good, we believe in the power of storytelling and the importance of protecting the narratives of those we serve. Our work is sustained by the generous donations of a small, dedicated group of individuals who share our vision.

We are committed to quiet, meaningful fundraising that prioritizes the privacy and dignity of those who entrust us with their stories. As we continue to provide consistent care and support, we invite you to partner with us in this mission.

Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference. Your contribution will help us continue to be a reliable source of care, ensuring that the voices we protect are heard and valued.

We invite you to partner with us by using the Donate tab at http://forthegoodsb.com/ Consider giving monthly to help sustain this work long-term, ensuring we can continue to serve those who need us most.

Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Update: Every box has been sponsored!! Thank YOU!Traditions provide us with a sense of comfort and stability. This year,...
11/18/2024

Update: Every box has been sponsored!! Thank YOU!

Traditions provide us with a sense of comfort and stability. This year, For The Good is partnering with households to bring the gift of a Christmas Eve tradition. Boxes filled with supplies for a fun dinner and festive activities will be dropped off at each dwelling by Mrs. Claus!

We’d love for you to partner with us this holiday season. There are many ways to get involved:

1. Sponsor a box for $50. Donations can be made through the donate tab on our website at forthegoodsb.com. *all monetary donations are tax deductible.
2. Purchase individual items from our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LGWVEHAI3RO9?ref_=wl_share
3. Grab a friend or family member and shop for some of the items you see on the Amazon wish list.

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