Tuesdays 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Thursdays 9:00am - 11:00am
Saturdays 9:00am - 11:00am
While uncertainty looms, you should know for certain that we are
ready to serve you, no explanation necessary.
Everyone is welcome
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You do not need to bring an ID, paperwork, or a referral
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You do not need to make an appointment
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You do not need to live in a certain zip code, school district, or county
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The only thing you need is to show up and let us share our abundance
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St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry Hours
We are a first responder to the hunger crisis in our community. We are here to serve our hungry neighbors three times a week at our regular food pantry and four times a year at our special Mobile Food Pantry events.
You may receive food every 21 days at our weekly pantry. You may also receive food at our Mobile Food Pantry events. Mobile Food Pantry events do not count towards the 21 day rule.
We are only closed on major holidays. Always check here and our FaceBook page for the most current information.
All scheduled volunteers may view their schedules for for distribution, pick ups, deliveries, etc.
SCHEDULES
View Schedule, Volunteer, Sponsor
There is something for everyone at a St. John mobile. Receive food, volunteer, or sponsor an event!
MOBILES
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NEWSLETTERS
Individuals, Groups, Families
Youth and adults are welcome to serve our hungry neighbors. Get your community service hours here. We really need Saturday volunteers!
Donations, Memorial Gifts, Corporate Matching Gifts
We rely on the community to help serve our hungry neighbors. Your gifts purchase 5,200 gallons of milk and
1 million lbs. of food a year!
St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry @StJohnFoodPantry
View photos, leave comments, read news, get updates, and join in the conversation of hunger and hope in our community.
Food Pantry News
Video:
Who Visits Our Pantry?
Cheryl Bolden shares her personal experience with St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry. Click the red button to watch her story.
As a pantry client, cancer patient and mom to 30+ children, Cheryl's experience demonstrates the need for St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry in this community.
View this video and more on our YouTube channel.
Announcement:
2020 MFP Date Release on Feb. 1
We are working on scheduling our 2020 Mobile Food Pantry events. Check back here on February 1 for the dates so you can mark them on your calendar to receive food, serve others or donate financially to the event.
We strive to serve every participant 100 lbs. of food including 10 lbs. of meat!
Many thanks to your 2019 volunteers and sponsors. If you would like to volunteer, sign up will open on February 1st.
Businesses, families, churches, civic groups and individuals are all welcome to help sponsor events. Call Dawn at 815.439.2320 for information.
Photos on our FB page, St.John Lutheran
Church Food Pantry.
News:
1 Million
Pounds!
We were able to distribute 1 million pounds of food last year! That is the most we have ever given out.
If you can spare a few hours a week, or a few hours a month, we are happy to have you work along side of us serving our hungry neighbors.
If you are able to make a financial donation, we want you to know 100% of your gift stays in the food pantry! Every gift makes an impact in the lives of so many.
We appreciate you and your generosity. Together we can make 2020 a year of abundant giving and service to our neighbors.
Reminder:
Giving Tuesday almost here!
When turkey-time has ended and holiday shopping starts, Giving Tuesday must be around the corner!
Mark your calendar for Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3rd and donate to St. John Food Pantry. 100% of your gift goes toward feeding children, seniors and families on our community.
Every gift makes an impact in the lives of so many.
We appreciate you and your generosity.
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