It was thanks to the Yelp Elite Event that shed light to Food and Friends. I've learned the impact…read morethat they have on the community that is a non-profit organization that provides diet specific foods to those in need at no cost to them. And is purely run by volunteers and supporters alike. Whether it be generous donors, Philanthropy, and those can volunteer some of their time. There is never a charge to those who need it. And you can support in the organization from organizing, cooking, packaging to delivery. It's the only organization of its kind and provides a great service. But most importantly positively impacts the community in which we live. There is no threshold, rich or poor. All services are provided equally. I'd recommend anyone contribute and find out how you too can make an impact.

they are the WORST. The ghetto receptionist is rude and disrespectful. she hung up on me and when I…read morecalled back twice she did not answer. I borrowed a friends phone and she answered. these people do not help the disabled or the needy. especially speaking to the way she did and screening calls. completely unacceptable

Spent some time this morning as part of the DMVDoes/Facebook initiative as spearheaded by founder…read moreJennifer Ward. There were 42 of us all volunteering to create and pack boxes of assorted canned/packaged food for 1.5 hours, followed by a tour of the facility. The place is HUGE and feeds 1 million people annually and some 60 million meals. While I didn't stick around for the tour, I will volunteer again. It was a phenomenal and rewarding experience knowing we were preparing food to feed the food-insecure throughout the DMV.

This is a well run volunteer organization that makes a difference. I have volunteered as part of a…read moregroup, and as an individual. The staff is knowledgeable, helpful and effective. Go the website to see the scheduled opportunities.

I came here to volunteer during the third shift with fellow BU alum last night. It was a great…read moreexperience, and even though less than half the group who signed up showed up, we were able to finish our task 45 minutes ahead of schedule. This is a state of the art food bank, and David really knows his way around and talks fast. When I first arrived, everyone was super friendly. They acknowledged me and offered me water and coffee even though I was here to volunteer. David talked with me for a few minutes before the group arrived. It was nice that he was so engaged with the volunteers and kept encouraging us to bring people who needed volunteer hours to volunteer their time here. As for the volunteer work we did. We sorted out snacks and candys. Snacks were packed in brown boxes, taped up, and labeled "Snacks." On the other hand, candy was packaged in Chiquita banana boxes. The banana boxes were larger than the brown boxes and because the components were smaller, it took more effort to fill up. We also received a quick tour of the facility and learned that items are purchased at $0.19/lb. The Capital Area Foodbank also accepts non food donations. I saw a box labeled "Xmas" as well as bikes in the storage area. There are loading docks for tractor trailers to come and drop off donations. From the size of the facility, it looks like there are great donations but more would always be appreciated. I would highly recommend people volunteering here, either individually or in groups.

I had to stop getting stuff from there. There was a lady who was very rude to me and my staff…read morealways, she used to be at the front desk. If we are 5 minutes late she will not let us get the stuff. I complained but as usual happens nothing happened and we ended up going there. I will try to remember her name sicnr it's been a while now that we don't go there.

Barry, who runs this shelter, is AMAZING. One of the most selfless people I've ever met, if every…read moretown or county in the US had a Barry.. we'd definitely be in a better place. Milestone is a dry shelter that houses both single men and women (30+ rooms.. no children). I've heard it referred to as transitional housing because people usually leave after a few years, having found jobs and apartments. I volunteered here with a group during the day when the place was practically empty because most of the residents were at work or school. Any lingering stereotype that the homeless are lazy.. left the group. The facilities were in tremendous condition, so I was really wondering what they needed us for! Barry gave us a complete orientation of the space and a tour, which included a trip to the volunteer wall.. pictures and signatures of every person that has volunteered at the place since it opened. The rooms are decently sized (some bigger than a single room in my dorm years) and are separated between men and women (they live on different sides of the hallway). About 3+ rooms are connected to a common room and each floor has a full kitchen and a TV room. The basement rooms have a pool table in their common room (which I'm told is usually a great get together place). Residents also have a laundry room and are required to help keep up the place (they're assigned chores, etc). Because it is a dry shelter, prospective tenants go through a vigorous review, which I found interesting. As volunteers we helped cleaned the kitchens and we painted different rooms. It was definitely lots of fun. Barry gave the painters a boombox and we were rocking out with our paintbrushes out. Note: If you volunteer here.. check out their vending machine. Rap Snacks = Amazing. We ended the experience by talking to the senior (methinks) caseworker of the place which was really awesome. A recovering addict himself, he seemed tuned into the situations of many of Milestone's residents.

Silvia is so helpful she helps everytime with the machines when I'm having troubles such great…read moreservice I love coming here wouldn't go anywhere else

Most of the washers don't work they have a whole section that doesn't work and the dryers tooread more

I have moved with the company three times. Upon contacting them for my most recent move I elected…read moreto go with a different company. The professionalism that I expected was not there, it was clear that my business was not important to them.

I've moved multiple times I'm my life. I just moved again. this time using Gentle Giant. They could…read morenot have been better--extremely careful, thorough, professional --a real joy. In a 5 star system with 5 being highest. they would get a six. Love those guys

PROS: Beautiful setting…read moreConvenient location especially if using public transportation Deer fence Water Community tools CONS: Drainage not good (efforts being made to mitigate) If using private transportation parking is a problem Soil fertility is poor (can be restored with careful management over time) Insects are rampart (this is not unusual in a community garden) Infights and politics can be overwhelming Garden rules not evenly enforced MDLG is in a pastural setting within a National Park in DC and if you like peace and quiet then you will love this setting. This community garden has lots of super pluses for an urban gardener such as deer fence to keep your produce for human consumption, water taps so you don't have to depend upon fickle rain patterns, and community tools so you don't have bring your shovels and hoes with each trip. There are two plot sizes; 25'X25' and 12 1/2 'X12 1/2 ' and membership dues for plots are $40.00 and $25.00 respectively (as of 2020). This is more than enough area for grow lots of vegetables. Only organic methods are allowed so leave your Miracle Grow™ at home. The garden does regularly supply shredded leaves to add to plots without charge to the members. Now for the not so good, as a community garden MDLG has more than its share of politics and infighting. There have been arguments that have nearly broken into fist fights, shouting matches and general animosity between various factions within the garden which have resulted in resignations or members becoming reluctant to continue gardening. Garden rules such as weeding, collecting unusable equipment in plots, community work hours are not uniformly enforced. Overall keep in mind that there are very few community gardens in Washington, DC and if you are considering this garden it is a good choice but enter with the knowledge there will be some ugly politics and fights. I rated only two stars because of the often-unhappy situations that gardeners are often unwillingly thrust. The drainage problem is being addressed and there has been enormous progress made using better slopping and swales. It is not Eden but with careful political maneuvering it will be satisfying and productive.

PROS: Beautiful setting…read moreConvenient location especially if using public transportation Deer fence Water Community tools CONS: Drainage not good (efforts being made to mitigate) If using private transportation parking is a problem Soil fertility is poor (can be restored with careful management over time) Insects are rampart (this is not unusual in a community garden) In fights and politics can be overwhelming Garden rules not evenly enforced MDLG is in a pastoral setting within a National Park in DC and if you like peace and quiet then you will love this setting. This community garden has lots of super pluses for an urban gardener such as deer fence to keep your produce for human consumption, water taps so you don't have to depend upon fickle rain patterns, and community tools so you do not have bring your shovels and hoes with each trip. There are two plot sizes; 25'X25' and 12 1/2 'X12 1/2 ' and membership dues for plots are $40.00 and $25.00 respectively (as of 2020). This is more than enough area for grow lots of vegetables. Only organic methods are allowed so leave your Miracle Grow™ at home. The garden does regularly supply shredded leaves to add to plots without charge to the members. I have been gardening at MDLCG for 5 years and now for the not so good, as a community garden MDLCG has more than its share of politics and infighting. There have been arguments that have nearly broken into fist fights, shouting matches and general animosity between various factions within the garden which have resulted in resignations or members becoming reluctant to continue gardening. Garden rules such as weeding, collecting unusable equipment in plots, community work hours are not uniformly enforced. Overall keep in mind that there are very few community gardens in Washington, DC and if you are considering this garden it is a good choice but enter with the knowledge there will be some ugly politics and fights. I rated only two stars because of the often-unhappy situations that gardeners are often unwillingly thrust. The drainage problem is being addressed and there has been enormous progress made using better slopping and swales. It is not Eden but with careful political maneuvering it will be satisfying and productive.