Food Independence Update
We are happy to announce 2 things that will greatly improve our ability to help our neighbors. We were able to secure dedicated monthly delivery from Feeding Southwest Virginia. This[…]
We are happy to announce 2 things that will greatly improve our ability to help our neighbors. We were able to secure dedicated monthly delivery from Feeding Southwest Virginia. This[…]
We are excited to announce we have passed the inspection for the USDA Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). With this program, we will have access to free fresh produce, meat,[…]
The winter weather in late January caused the postponement of the January distribution to February 3rd. Unfortunately, the 2nd snow storm has caused that to be cancelled as well. The[…]
September was a great month at the pantry. The leadership transition is going smoothly. Some facts for the month: In September we distributed 350 food boxes that went to 323[…]
Food Independence was hot on a cold January day! 414 food boxes were distributed. That is the highest ever total for January and 2nd highest ever for a non-holiday (November,[…]
Last Spring, demand for food assistance soared at Food Independence, as expected. Covid-era supplements for SNAP and other income/need related programs were ending. Food programs nationwide braced for an increase[…]
The monthly Food Distribution is Tuesday December 19. This is a week early to ensure folks get their box before the holiday.
The monthly Food Independence Food Distribution is November 21st. This is a week early to make sure folks get their boxes before the holidays. Thanks to everyone who helped with[…]