Representatives from the pantries are shown with council members after receiving certificates of appreciation at a November council meeting.
Evesham council took time to express gratitude at its November meeting for three local food pantries and their assistance to residents facing food insecurity during uncertainty about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
Council presented certificates of appreciation to representatives from Prince of Peace – Marlton ELCA, the Church of St. Isaac Jogues and Wiley Church, then encouraged them to discuss how to access or support their services.
Prince of Peace Food Pantry operates as a “grocery store style” pantry on alternating Monday evenings from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Donors can also bring items during those times. The pantry also accepts produce and refrigerated items. Learn more at www.popmarlton.org
The Church of St. Isaac Jogues pantry operates through the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen. The former is open every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. Donations can be dropped off during open hours or at a collection bin. The pantry mainly serves Marlton and Mount Laurel residents, but others can get assistance. Learn more at www.cosij.org
The Wiley Church pantry serves every other Monday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and welcomes all in need. It also hosts a donation dropoff on the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon. All are welcome regardless of residency. Learn more at www.wileymission.org/church.
“I know the biggest thing is preserving the dignity of those who are seeking the food and assistance,” Mayor Jackie Veasy said. “So I appreciate all of you for what you do to maintain that, (as well as) provide the services and make sure that they’re taken care of.
“It’s not just through the holiday season, people need help all the time,” she added. “So please, if you’re making any donations, please consider also giving after the holidays. I know that now is a time that we really get called to (donate), but (donating) throughout the entire year is the best thing to do.”
