Angel Food

Usually, I share about how I saved money using coupons.  I did want to pass on another way we attempt to save money on food.  We purchase Angel Food.  We pick it up at a local church.  You can participate regardless of income level, you can purchase as little or as much as you'd like. 

Here's the basic info from the website:

Angel Food is available in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box at $30 per unit. Each month's menu is different than the previous month and consists of both fresh and frozen items with an average retail value of approximately $60. Comparison shopping has been done across the country in various communities using a wide range of retail grocery stores and has resulted in the same food items costing from between $42 and $78.


Generally, one unit of food assists in feeding a family of four for about one week or a single senior citizen for almost a month. The food is all the same high quality one could purchase at a grocery store. There are no second-hand items, no damaged or out-dated goods, no dented cans without labels, no day-old breads and no produce that is almost too ripe.


Also offered are specialty boxes such as steaks, chicken and pork. Many participants in this bonus program appreciate the expanded choices. Additionally, there is no limit to the number of units or bonus foods an individual can receive, and there are no applications to complete or qualifications to which participants must adhere. Angel Food Ministries also participates in the U.S. Food Stamp program, using the Off-Line Food Stamp Voucher system.

It's all true.  We have never had an issue with the quality.  Even the fresh produce is great (usually better than what you'd even find in Aldis.)  We often add a specialty box of fresh fruit and veggies. 

For instance, here' the basic box coming up for October...

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