During the pandemic, Tom and Anita Simpson, Bev Fermor, and Ken Kreu zer noticed families struggling with rising food insecurity. They responded by launching Food Independence, a local food pantry operating under Grayson LandCare’s 501(c)(3) status.
In 2026, Tom and Anita “retired from the program, passing leadership to Shannon and Mark Miller. Today, a team of 50 volunteers helps distribute monthly food boxes to 350–425 households.
About 60% of the program’s funding comes from generous community donors. Additional vital support is provided by Grayson LandCare, the Twin County Community Foundation, the Matthews Foundation, and Grayson County.
Contact Information:
Address – Food Independence, PO Box 201, Independence VA 24348
Email – foodindependence1@gmail.com
Facebook – Food Independence
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