Wednesday, January 06, 2021: Food Truck
/The first drive-thru Mobile Food Pantry of the 2021 will take place on January 6. St. John's UCC, The Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church and The Lake Effect Church will be volunteering together to relieve hunger and to improve food insecurity in Northwest Grand Rapids. Volunteers are needed at 5:00 pm to unload, organize, pack and distribute 5,000 pounds of produce and groceries purchased through Feeding America West Michigan. Distribution starts at 6:00 pm. Masks must be worn by volunteers throughout the entire time of distribution, covering the nose and mouth and secured under the chin. Gloves will be supplied for handling bulk produce, Social distancing must be observes at all times. Clients stay in their cars. If volunteers are not feeling well, they are encouraged to stay home and take care of themselves. There will be plenty of opportunity to volunteer at a later date. Further questions and concerns can be directed to Teresa Markoski at 616-690-4566 or at tmarkoski2004@yahoo.com. If you have an interest and the ability to donate financially to Food Truck , donations can be designated on the St. John's UCC app. Donations are also accepted by mailing a check to St. John's United Church of Christ , 1934 Bridge Street, NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504. "The world is hugged by the faithful arms of volunteers."- Everett Mamor"
Location:
The Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church
1550 Oswego Street NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Jan 6, 2021 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
