Updated: Feb. 25, 2021
Originally Published: March 14, 2017
While many celebrate milestone birthdays with lavish meals or exciting trips, Emily Carter chose a different path. At 29, she set an ambitious birthday goal: to provide food for 30,000 individuals before reaching her 30th birthday. What made her approach even more remarkable was her method—extreme couponing.
Last fall, we first shared Emily’s inspiring journey, where she successfully delivered 5,000 meals across New Jersey, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and nearby communities by skillfully using coupons to stock up on essential items.
“I couponed for 50 jars of spaghetti sauce and 100 boxes of pasta, all for FREE, and that moment made me realize I could truly make an impact,” she shared with us. Despite not yet turning 30, she has already achieved her goal of feeding 30,000 people. With her milestone birthday approaching in September, she’s eager to see just how far she can go. “I plan to continue until then and see how high the number can soar—maybe even 300,000!”
Over the last several months, Emily and her nonprofit, Caring for Others, which she founded to assist the homeless, have tirelessly traveled along the East Coast distributing food to unsheltered individuals, shelters, and various community programs. They have also provided uncooked meals for families in need, weekend meal bags for school children, and themed meals for preschools in celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday.
The inspiration behind Caring for Others, along with her birthday challenge, stems from Emily’s grandmother. “She always emphasized the importance of helping and loving others,” Emily reflected. “I know she would want me to uphold her legacy.”
Having met her initial target, Emily is far from finished. She has now initiated a new program. “During my travels, I noticed we weren’t just feeding the homeless; we were also helping everyday working Americans struggling at or below the poverty line. That’s why I’m launching Push Past Poverty, aimed at educating those in need on leveraging community resources, coupons, and more to rise above poverty.”
Alongside support from family, friends, and people worldwide, Emily often has her six-year-old son by her side while delivering meals. “He’s become quite the little humanitarian,” she remarked. “He’s learned that helping others is part of everyday life and the significance of not wasting food. I hope he continues this journey in his own way. He’s even picked up some couponing skills!”
In a world filled with discouraging news, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Many find themselves asking, “What can I do to help?” Emily’s story serves as a powerful reminder that everyone can contribute something, no matter how small. With just a few coupons, she has managed to feed over 30,000 people—truly inspiring. “Write down your goals and stick to them,” she advises. “Don’t stop until you achieve what you set out to do.”
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Summary:
Emily Carter, at 29, set out to feed 30,000 people before her 30th birthday through extreme couponing. She has successfully delivered thousands of meals to those in need, inspired by her grandmother’s teachings. With the launch of her new initiative, Push Past Poverty, she aims to help working Americans rise above the poverty line. Along with the support of her son and community, Emily emphasizes that everyone can make a difference, no matter how small their contribution may seem.