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Partner Spotlight: Indiana Diaper Bank

Author: adminOn: Aug 05Categories: In the News

Partner Spotlight: Indiana Diaper Bank

For families with infants and toddlers, diapers are a constant item on their shopping list. And with babies going through eight to 12 diapers a day, it’s a line item that quickly adds up. That’s especially true for the working poor or those living...

The Impact of Inflation on Our Food Pantry

Author: Peter ZublerOn: Aug 05Categories: Food Pantry, In the News

The Impact of Inflation on Our Food Pantry

Food Pantry, In the News

By Peter Zubler, Executive Director Most of us have watched our grocery bills inch upwards, week by week. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the “food at home” category rose by 10% over the prior 12 months on the consumer price...

Once Again: “Who Is My Neighbor?”

Author: adminOn: Aug 04Categories: President's Letter

Once Again: “Who Is My Neighbor?”

President's Letter

A few weeks back we celebrated Good Samaritan Sunday. Deacon Mike Lyman, the Spiritual Advisor for the Mideast Regional Council, wrote a reflection on this topic. I want to share this very insightful reflection with you. “We heard the story of the...

New Hours to Meet Demand at Boulevard Place

Author: Tom SpaldingOn: Jul 11Categories: Boulevard Place Food Pantry

New Hours to Meet Demand at Boulevard Place

Boulevard Place Food Pantry

July marks a big change at the Boulevard Place Food Pantry with the addition of three in-person shopping hours to improve the client experience and also be workable for volunteers. Saturday is now 9 a.m. to noon, open one additional hour. Thursday is...

Bringing Healthcare to our Neighbors

Author: adminOn: Jul 11Categories: Food Pantry

Bringing Healthcare to our Neighbors

Food Pantry

The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically changed life as we know it for a period of time. Most of us look back on those early months with dread—it was hard all around. Yet, it was a pivotal time for opening the community’s eyes to disparities people experience...