As a 501(c)3 organization, the Fines Creek Community Association (FCCA) operates a Manna Pantry distribution site out of the old school building. Though this area is a rural farming community, many of the residents are underemployed or elderly. As a result of the need to assist families with marginal incomes, the FCCA established a Manna-supported pantry in 2006.
The monthly food distribution has grown since its date of origination. Food storage, once housed in the school cafeteria pantry, now takes up several classrooms. The increased space provided more shelving for canned goods and an area for organizing food boxes. Six large freezers and refrigerators now store perishable food products.
Residents who come for the food distribution may register for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). The Food pantry manager and volunteers have received basic training in these assistance programs to help community members access support services.
The monthly food distribution schedule will be included in the monthly calendar and posted in the information Kiosk at the corner of the library. The event is held in the front parking lot of the Community Center. Participants receive food boxes, fresh produce, and a selection of other household goods. If food is needed at other times during the month, individuals can contact the Food pantry manager through the contact us tab on this website.
Food Pantry Manager: Michael McAdams