God's Pantry

On my lunch break today I went to God's Pantry's program "Food for Thought" that is done on the second Thursday of each month. They give you a free box lunch, a presentation of their programs, and a brief tour of the warehouse.I had been to God's Pantry before to volunteer, but this presentation really opened my eyes to everything that they are able to accomplish and how they work to supply faith based and other partner agencies in 50 counties. They feed 200,000 people a year. For every $1 you donate, they are able to distribute 8 meals. With only 50 full time employees, I am very impressed with how efficient this organization is. It was also very interesting to find out where all of the food comes from, for example our local Kroger and Walmart donates bread, meat, and other items that can be frozen on their sell by date.God's Pantry is also committed to giving out healthy foods-their goal is 1/3 fresh produce.If you would like to come to a Food for Thought, contact Alice Rogers, the Development Coordinator, at (859) 288-5322. They don't ask you for donations on the spot, but provide you information packets to take with you.

God pantry doing great work for the family in need feeding America come support you won't be disappointed