Food pantry thanks donors
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Editor,
The Mission Valley Food Pantry staff sends thanks to two organizations that have consistently supported our effort to provide food for those in need in our area.
Helena Diocese of the Catholic Church, which includes the St. Ignatius congregation, has again generously provided funds for the pantry. The volunteer board of the pantry was notified recently that a $1,500 grant was allocated for purchasing foods to distribute to our clients from Arlee, Ravalli, Dixon and St. Ignatius.
Also the Lower Flathead Valley Community Development provided a grant for $2,000.
The pantry has received help in years past from these organizations. Their continued support is a great help in our efforts to provide staples to those in need, especially in the current economic climate.
Our budget, just like those of most community members, has tightened. Our director Heidi Riddle is careful to make sure the purchases made are nutritional and provide balanced meals for at least four days for families using the pantry.
We have an ever-increasing number of families experiencing financial difficulties caused by loss of jobs. Each month the number of applicants for food increases. This makes the support of these donations an important part of being able to continue our level of service to our area.
We are open each week Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We invite all in need of assistance to come in and sign up for our service.
Grace Slack
St. Ignatius
