Established in 1991, El Buen Samaritano (EBS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been proudly serving the Worcester community for over 30 years. As a trusted community resource hub, we provide essential services to over 5,000 people every month, offering food, clothing, disaster relief, senior programs, youth and mentoring programs, summer meal programs, vaccines, job opportunities, SNAP assistance, and other vital community resources.
By supporting us through this 5K race, you’re helping us continue this important work — because together, we can do more.
Visit ebsamaritano.org to learn more about our mission and how you can get involved.
Help us support over 5,000 people every month by donating:
- Monetary Donations
- Non-Perishable Foods
- Blankets & Warm Socks
- Hygiene Items (toothpaste, soap, deodorant, etc.)
- School Supplies & Backpacks
- Grocery Gift Cards (Walmart, Target, Market Basket, and other local stores)
Non-Perishable Food Items can include:
Canned vegetables (corn, green beans, peas)
Canned fruits (peaches, pineapple, fruit cocktail)
Canned beans (black beans, kidney beans, chickpeas)
Canned soups and stews
Canned tuna, chicken, or salmon
Peanut butter and jelly
Pasta and pasta sauce
Rice (white, brown, or flavored)
Instant noodles or ramen
Macaroni & cheese
Boxed cereal and oatmeal
Granola bars and snack bars
Shelf-stable milk or plant-based milk
Boxed mashed potatoes
Canned tomato products (sauce, diced, paste)
Crackers and packaged snacks
Cooking oil
Shelf-stable juice boxes
Coffee and tea
Flour, sugar, and baking mixes
