A Grateful Survivor – Giving Back for His Blessings
Daisy and Duke, two white Bichons, scurry around the apartment, jumping on chairs and chasing toys. Their owner, Charles “Charlie” Pringle, warns them to settle down, but even his sternest […]
SNAP Outreach – What’s In Store For 2013?
With the start of another new year, we all look for new ways to transform ourselves and our lives. Some make resolutions to lose weight, while others try to kick a […]
From Food Pantry Client to Foodbank Manager – A story of hope
Fifteen years ago, Darren Smith found himself between jobs, struggling to provide for his growing family. To help put food on the table, Darren sought help from the Sharing Our […]
Feed the Hungry and Provide HOPE!
Volunteers help bag food at a recent mobile distribution in Warren County / Photo by Bethany Prange As we celebrate another holiday season, […]
SNAP: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
Imagine you’ve worked a long day at the office, dealing with all the deadlines and responsibilities that come with a full-time job. And now, on top of your normal worries […]
New School Food Pantry Ensures Kids Are Ready to Learn
Foodbank staff, along with representatives from the Jennings school district and local dignitaries cut the ribbon at the new school pantry / Photo by Bethany Prange Fact: Children who eat […]
St. Louis Dream Center – Feeding Hope In Their Community
Cans line the shelves of the St. Louis Dream Center / Photo by Bethany Prange If you didn’t know better, you may think this was a small grocery store. Though […]
Returning The Favor
Volunteers at Good Samaritan Ministries prepare a meal for other clients / Photo by Bethany Prange A giddy toddler munches on cereal, delighted to fish the marshmallows out of his […]
Santa Claus Is Coming To…The Foodbank
David Heckethorn (aka Santa Claus) loads up his van at the Foodbank / Photo by Bethany Prange Cover your eyes kids. . . We’re going to share a little secret. […]
Transportation Makes All The Difference For Area Pantries
Jane Wood, coordinator of Hope Food Pantry, stands in front of the truck donated by the St. Louis Area Foodbank / Photo by Bethany Prange Each partner agency of the […]