Mt. Sterling Community Center Food Pantry Continues Support for Local Households

The Mt. Sterling Community Center Food Pantry remains dedicated to serving eligible households in the community, providing essential food support each week. For the week of October 28, 2024, the food pantry will be open on Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Those planning to visit are encouraged to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to closing.

Pantry Details:

• Location: Mt. Sterling Community Center Food Pantry
• Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
• Hours: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Eligibility: Available to income-eligible households
• Service: Distribution of pre-packed food boxes directly to your vehicle

To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, the pantry asks visitors to follow a few guidelines:

• Stay in your vehicle; volunteers will bring your food in numerical order.
• Bring proof of residence for your first visit and a picture ID for each visit.
• One full pantry visit is permitted per household each calendar month, which includes canned goods, shelf-stable items, and meat. Produce is available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month.

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Additional Information:For first-time visitors or those seeking to verify eligibility, guidelines can be found on the Mid-Ohio Food Collective’s website at www.mofc.org under "Get Help" > "Find Food Now" > "Enter Zip Code" > "View Eligibility Guidelines." Further questions can be directed to the Community Center by calling 740-869-2453 or emailing [email protected].

The Mt. Sterling Community Center extends its gratitude to the donors and volunteers who make this valuable service possible. "We could not do all of this without all of you," the Center shared, appreciating the community support that helps them serve local families in need.

This initiative continues to be a vital resource for the Mt. Sterling community, ensuring that residents have access to nutritious food and essential items.