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Food -N- Stuff Next DATES: (Fridays are 4-5:30pm, Saturdays are 9-10am) March 28 & 29, April 25 & 26, May 30 & 31
WHAT IS FOOD AND STUFF?
The food bank of Norwalk Alliance Church was
started in 1992 and was dubbed "Food and Stuff." This was established
as an outreach ministry to those in need in the community and
surrounding areas, which extends to Willard, Greenwich, New London, and
Monroeville as well as Norwalk. From the beginning, our supplier has been
Second Harvest in Amherst who sells us food at pennies per pound to give
out to those who come to our monthly giveaway. We are also a distributor
for USDA products for those families or individuals who qualify. We
average approximately 100 families per month or about 300 people.
In 1997 the students from EHOVE built a
well-insulated and heated shed to house and dispense our food. This has
often been filled to overflowing, especially following the Letter
Carriers Union Food Drive in May -- which is divided between several
food agencies in Norwalk. In 2002, we received 2,200 pounds from this
food drive alone. During the July 4th parade this year, our youth are
collecting non-perishable food for Food and Stuff as well.
The Lord has also continued to bless this ministry with a solid
financial backing as donations (including food) are often received
from the church congregation or members within the community.
We have approximately 25 volunteers who give
generously of their time to work at unloading, filling the boxes, or
assisting on the days of the giveaway. Additional workers are always
welcome especially on the second Tuesday of each month (10:30 a.m.) to
unload the delivery truck. If you could help in any way, please contact
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