Jeffie’s Choice Earns Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid.com

We are excited to share that Jeffie’s Choice has received the Platinum Seal of Transparency on Candid.org — the highest rating given by one of the most trusted nonprofit information platforms worldwide. This milestone emphasizes our dedication to transparency, accountability, and measurable impact. 

Candid.org provides a reliable nonprofit database used by donors, foundations, researchers, and community partners nationwide. The Platinum Seal means we openly share our goals, strategies, and results, making it easier for supporters to understand how their contributions drive real change.

Why This Matters for Our Community?

Trust and Credibility:

The Platinum Seal demonstrates that Jeffie’s Choice is dedicated to clearly showing how and why our work matters. Transparency fosters trust that contributions are utilized effectively and ethically. 

Increased Visibility:

Millions use Candid.org to research organizations before giving. This recognition helps us stand out as a trusted choice for donors and partners.

Stronger Partnerships:

The Platinum Seal requires nonprofits to share impact metrics, strategic goals, and progress data. This shows not only what we do, but what we achieve.

Our Mission in Action

Since our founding, Jeffie’s Choice has worked to end hunger in local communities. Inspired by a mother’s vision to create a better world, we make a difference by providing hope and nourishment to those in need. The Platinum rating is a testament to the trust our supporters place in us and our internal pursuit of excellence and accountability. 

We are deeply grateful to everyone who supports Jeffie’s Choice for helping us make a difference, one meal at a time.

Visit our full nonprofit profile here on Candid.org to see our transparency and impact data firsthand.

Jeffie’s Choice: Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana on December 11, 2025.

The donation supported the Food Bank’s efforts to go beyond putting food on tables and to help individuals facing hunger every step of the way. They offer job training, medically tailored grocery programs, and outreach programs for the homeless to help end the cycle of food insecurity.

Jeffie’s Choice: The Food Bank of South Jersey

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to the Food Bank of South Jersey on November 24, 2025.

The Food Bank offers immediate help to fight hunger by providing food to those in need, teaching them about nutritious eating, and assisting them in finding sustainable ways to improve their lives. The donation supported their efforts to continue filling food boxes with healthy groceries.

Jeffie's Choice: Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $3,500.00 to the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank on November 18, 2025.

Mariner Finance team members volunteered to pack, sort, and organize meals and essentials for families facing food insecurity. The partnership with the Food Bank helped ensure that neighbors in our communities have the resources and meals they need to get through the holiday season.

Jeffie’s Choice: Northern Illinois Food Bank

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to Northern Illinois Food Bank on October 31, 2025.

The partnership with the Food Bank helped provide food for hundreds of families and empower neighbors to fight food insecurity. They collaborate with over 900 food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and youth organizations to deliver nutritious meals and essential resources.

Jeffie’s Choice: Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania on October 22, 2025.

The Food Bank is the largest nonprofit food distribution organization in Northwest Pennsylvania, and the only food bank in the region. The donation provided 6,600 meals to fight hunger and support those in need.

Jeffie’s Choice: Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank on October 31, 2025.

The Food Bank uses these contributions to support over 200 pantries and programs in the local area, ensuring no neighbor has to worry about where their next meal will come from. The donation provided 7,600 meals, helping to create hunger-free communities.

Jeffie’s Choice: Second Harvest Food Bank of Florida

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Florida on October 15, 2025.

With the support of volunteers, Second Harvest opened a kids’ café, “Club Esteem,” in Melbourne for after-school activities. The donation helped provide 10,000 meals across seven different countries in Central Florida for those struggling to make ends meet.

Jeffie’s Choice: Greater Chicago Food Depository

Jeffie’s Choice, Inc., through Mariner Finance, donated $2,500.00 to the Greater Chicago Food Depository on October 15, 2025.

The donation supplied 7,500 meals to neighbors in Chicago and Cook County who are facing food insecurity. The Food Bank provides healthy recipes, assistance with food benefit applications, and programs for healthy aging. With our donation, they can address the root causes of hunger and support those affected.