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Steve Meetre,
Senior Vice President, Wyndham Worldwide, added, “assisting The Pantry in this
significant project showcases the strong commitment of Wyndham Worldwide and Day Pitney
to pro bono legal work and has been a rewarding experience for all of us. Day Pitney is
to be especially commended for its tremendous effort and expertise on this matter. It has
been a pleasure working with the Food Pantry executives and volunteers and we look
forward to supporting the Food Pantry project through to completion.”
Construction Progress - Here is a
look at the latest from the construction site. The slab is poured and inside modifcations
are taking place to join the new building with the existing one.
Food Donations – continue to come in everyday and we are truly grateful for everything
we receive. We are so lucky to have people that know us and know that we do all that we
can to make sure no man, woman or child goes hungry. Visit our How You Can Help section
of our website for a printable list of items that are always needed. If you have specific
questions about food donations please contact Associate Director Sherry Hill during our
hours of operation.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP) – formerly
known as the Food Stamp Program is of great assistance to many people who are struggling
financially and need assistance in purchasing food. Foodbank personnel are available at
different locations on a monthly basis throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties to assist
persons who would like to apply. For further information contact the Foodbank of
Monmouth and Ocean Counties – (732) 918-2600 ext. 234. If you know of someone
that needs assistance in applying please provide this information to them. Spanish
speaking personnel available. See also: USDA Food and Nutrition web site.
Foodbank personnel will be available in Keyport at the
Spanish American Club
43 E. Front
Street, Keyport NJ, 07735
Please call the food
pantry to confirm dates & Times this month.
In The News -
This section
is updated periodically with articles and news of what some
of our supporters have done to help our organization. I ask that you take a moment
and read them.
As
always, to ALL our supporters - Thank You for your ongoing
friendship, belief in our organization and all your
donations. We cannot do it without YOU.
Isaiah G. Cooper
Executive Director
Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry, Inc.
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