Who comes to the pantry?
Each month 800-900 individuals are provided assistance through this program. The broad range of families include those who are unemployed, under-employed, the working poor, widows, victims of domestic violence, and the list goes on. If you or your neighbor could use a little extra help with groceries, be sure to come.
We treat all who enter our doors with respect as we build relationships that enable us to pray with and for the people we serve.
Where and how do you get your food?
Our top major suppliers are local farmers, Food Bank of Siouxland, and area retailers. We also welcome donations from organizations and individuals.
Farmers generously donate meat either directly or through Food for Life.
Food Bank of Siouxland has nutritious food available for purchase by food pantries at a very reduced rate.
Area businesses donate food, much of which would be wasted and thrown away if not for the ability to give to those in need through the pantry.
Why? Is there really a need in Sioux County?
YES! We have seen the faces of poverty since opening our doors in 2012. Sometimes those faces may be the elderly who might otherwise be forced to choose between buying food or medication; sometimes it’s hard working folks who can only get a minimum wage job; sometimes it’s a family that just needs a little help with daily needs to get back on track. Whatever the reason, there is a need here, and as Christians we are called to “act justly and love mercy.” (Micah 6:8)
“It’s about much more than just giving out a few bags of food,” says Marianne Sjaarda, coordinator of the food pantry. “It’s about letting the immense love of God flow out from ourselves to others.” As volunteers walk alongside recipients, relationships are being built, and that is the biggest blessing for both the volunteers and those who go home and feed their families.
Each month 800-900 individuals are provided assistance through this program. The broad range of families include those who are unemployed, under-employed, the working poor, widows, victims of domestic violence, and the list goes on. If you or your neighbor could use a little extra help with groceries, be sure to come.
We treat all who enter our doors with respect as we build relationships that enable us to pray with and for the people we serve.
Where and how do you get your food?
Our top major suppliers are local farmers, Food Bank of Siouxland, and area retailers. We also welcome donations from organizations and individuals.
Farmers generously donate meat either directly or through Food for Life.
Food Bank of Siouxland has nutritious food available for purchase by food pantries at a very reduced rate.
Area businesses donate food, much of which would be wasted and thrown away if not for the ability to give to those in need through the pantry.
Why? Is there really a need in Sioux County?
YES! We have seen the faces of poverty since opening our doors in 2012. Sometimes those faces may be the elderly who might otherwise be forced to choose between buying food or medication; sometimes it’s hard working folks who can only get a minimum wage job; sometimes it’s a family that just needs a little help with daily needs to get back on track. Whatever the reason, there is a need here, and as Christians we are called to “act justly and love mercy.” (Micah 6:8)
“It’s about much more than just giving out a few bags of food,” says Marianne Sjaarda, coordinator of the food pantry. “It’s about letting the immense love of God flow out from ourselves to others.” As volunteers walk alongside recipients, relationships are being built, and that is the biggest blessing for both the volunteers and those who go home and feed their families.
