Hearts’ President & CEO Nick Calandra was interviewed by Zach Boron, host of The Breakfast Blend and The Pregame shows on WDCX Radio. Nick and Zach talk about our fundraising efforts for the Mobile Soup Kitchen. They discuss how the amazing community around Western New York donated over $10,000 to help with repairs to…

Is thrift store flipping something you have ever considered? Buying and selling used items is an easy side hustle because anyone can do it and it doesn’t require a significant investment. Purchasing thrift store clothing can also be critical in promoting a more sustainable wardrobe. You can find so many hidden gems while thrift-flipping and…

Volunteering requires an open mind, a willingness to pitch in wherever needed, and a positive attitude. By helping people who may not be able to help themselves, you are able to change lives, including your own. Through volunteering, you can give back to your community while developing important social skills at the same time. Even…

One in eight Americans does not know where their next meal will come from and the majority of those individuals are ineligible for federal assistance. With high inflation and a looming recession, families find themselves unable to feed themselves. In addition, most food banks and pantries are distributing their resources faster than they can replenish…

In meeting the needs of the poor and homeless for the past 30 years, Hearts has become a hub for people looking for help who call, stop in, or email us. Some of them are very desperate. Their life challenge becomes our desire to lend a hand. We are all about assisting them, and that…

What is Food Insecurity? According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, food insecurity is defined as the disruption of food intake or eating patterns due to a lack of available financial resources for food at the household level. While many often think that this is mainly a problem in third world countries,…

We’re excited to share this interview with Hearts’ President & CEO Nick Calandra and Zach Boron, host of The Breakfast Blend and The Pregame shows on WDCX Radio. Nick and Zach talk about some of the work Hearts has been doing since the 1990’s and Nick shares about the newest branch of the ministry: Hearts…

The Cycle of Your Clothing Donations – What Happens When You Donate to Hearts? Hearts for the Homeless® depends on the generosity of donors who donate clothing, accessories, shoes, and household items. Your donations help us change the lives of those less fortunate. We recognize that donors have a choice of where they take their…

Hearts’ President & CEO Nick Calandra was interviewed by Zach Boron, host of The Breakfast Blend and The Pregame shows on WDCX Radio. Nick and Zach talk about the rich history of the ministry that has been in existence since 1990 and how the work is continuing today and into the future. Through creating new…