Tis the season for food drives and we couldn't be more grateful to the many business and community-minded groups that have donated to the pantry this year. Parkview Nurses Group, John Carr Insurance, Mike Thomas Realty, the Fort Wayne Optimist Club, Bishop Dwenger High School and others are still planned. We really do rely on these donations to help us fill in the gaps when the budget does not quite meet the needs. These canned goods and monetary donations keep the pantry stocked and thriving...

An emergency plan has been drafted based on the critical need to address the anticipated surge in demand due to the suspension of SNAP benefits starting November 1st, coupled with the disruption of The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), due to the federal government shutdown. Additional volunteers and food/cash donations are being sought to help with additional needs during this critical time. Call 260- 426-0176 or 260-450-3575 to see how you can help.

Thank you from Miss Virginia's Food Pantry for the $500 Gift Card received from Save A  Lot located at 1840 Bluffton Rd., in Fort Wayne ....