We served 6,119 families in 2011 versus 5,703 served in 2010, an increase of 7.3%. However, the last three months of 2011 (October through December) were particularly telling: The number of families we served increased 18.3% compared to the same period last year, and the number of individuals served increased 23.9% in that same three month period. In the last three months of 2011, we provided emergency food for 4,479 individuals and 1,605 families.

In September 2011, we provided emergency food for a record 630 famiilies.

We expect to be serving well over 525 families monthly in 2012, and the number may be even greater given the effects of the current economy.

We were able to serve this many of our neighbors with the help of a generous community and with dedicated volunteers. We provided canned goods, pasta, rice, cereals, meats, milk, cheese, eggs, etc. When available, diapers, paper and some personal products were supplied.

Besides emergency food, information was given concerning food stamps, fuel assistance, WIC, education, and job training. The Outreach Program, available for elderly shut-ins and the handicapped, made over 500 deliveries in 2011 to those who were unable to come to the Food Pantry.

Who needs assistance?

There are many people right here in our town who need a helping hand. The greatest number of people we serve have either a physical or emotional disability or may be caring for someone with a disability. The second greatest number of people are the working poor. Many do not earn enough to pay for rent, utilities and clothing and still be able to provide their families with nutritious food. Over 10% of our clients are the elderly poor. They, too, are on a limited income and cannot afford to pay their bills plus the high cost of medications and still eat nourishing meals.

Those we serve come from diverse backgrounds, but all have one thing in common -- without the aid of the Food Pantry, they would suffer the dire effects of hunger!

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