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About The Produce Pantry

At Fellowship, we support and work with food pantries in The Pines and Lonsdale. Both communities are in food deserts, meaning that these are areas where it is a struggle for low-income families to get affordable and healthy foods. Because of the lack of food across the country and the increase in food pricing, our pantries have had a significant drop in donations. As this shortage continues, we believe we can step into that gap. Join us in serving our neighbors by donating produce or contributing financially.

Food Donations Needed

Because of the ongoing federal shutdown, many families—especially in The Pines and Lonsdale—are experiencing an increased need for food support. To help meet this temporary need, the Produce Pantry cart will be available in the lobby five days a week through this season.

Fellowship has had the privilege of walking alongside these neighborhoods for years, and we want to keep showing up with care and support. If you are able, please bring non-perishable food items and place them in the Produce Pantry cart in the lobby by the Main Offices anytime Sunday through Thursday, 9:00am–4:00pm, over the next several weeks.
 
We will keep you updated as things unfold. Thank you for helping us share the heart of Christ with our neighbors during this challenging time for many.
Items most needed:
  • Hamburger Helper - any flavor
  • Instant boxed potatoes
  • Canned corn
  • Canned carrots
  • Smaller bags of rice (1 or 2 pound bags)
  • Canned beef stew or hearty soups
  • Small jars of peanut butter
  • Bags of apples
  • Bags of oranges
Support the produce pantry financially

How Can You Serve?

1. Bring Produce – We need volunteers to sign up to bring in fresh produce to our Produce Pantry the second Sunday of each month.
SIGN UP
2.  Volunteer to Collect – We need volunteers to sign up to help serve at the Produce Pantry on second Sundays by collecting food and putting it in the appropriate place for delivery.
SIGN UP
3. Give – If you would like to contribute financially, we have a special account here at Fellowship dedicated to food shortages like this.
GIVE
When?
The Produce Pantry is now open. We will collect fresh produce on the second Sunday of every month. It will be in the lobby before, during, and after both services.

What is needed?
Fresh vegetables, fruit, and herbs that are in good condition and can last for up to 7 days before being delivered to our local pantries.
 
Who to contact?
Email Betsy at betsy.brooks@fellowshipknox.org with questions.