Everett Food Pantry

Thanks to our handful of volunteers for persevering through this pandemic. Drive-through makes more prep work for us and lots of lifting for a few, but best for protecting our community. We know others have offered help and we thank you all, but to minimize contact, it is best we stay small and mighty. And while Covid 19 has been devastating, we have received some big grants and extra food to feed our neighbors who are struggling through all of this. If you know of someo...ne who needs help, please let us know. This mess isn't over and we are now coming into the regular flu season and we really need everyone to do their part to help reduce transmission. Please wear your masks and social distance and stop with the big gatherings. None of us like wearing masks and isolation and we are ALL frustrated and tired of this health crisis and want it to be over. Be safe - stay healthy - love your neighbor. Peace to all! See more

Be thankful for all that you have; be kind; and love one another. They huddled inside the storm doortwo children in ragged, oversized coats. ‘Any old papers, lady?’ I was busy. I wanted to say nountil I saw their feet. Little sandals sopped with sleet. ‘Come in and I’ll make you some hot cocoa.’ There was no conversation. Their soggy sandals left marks on the hearthstone. I served them cocoa with toast and jam to fortify them against the chill outside. Then I went back t...o the kitchen to work on my household budget. The silence in the front room struck through me. I looked in. The little girl held the empty cup in her hands and looked at it. The boy asked, ‘Lady, are you rich?’ I looked at my shabby slipcovers. ‘Am I rich? Mercy, no!’ The girl put the cup in its saucercarefully. ‘Your cups match your saucers.’ Her voice was cold with a hunger not of the stomach. They then left, holding their bundles of paper against the wind. They hadn’t said thank you. They didn’t need tothey’d done more than that. Much more. Plain blue pottery cups and saucers, but they matched. Potatoes in brown gravy; a roof over our heads; my man with a good steady jobthese things matched, too. I moved the chairs back from the fire and tidied the living room. The muddy prints of small sandals were still wet on my hearth. I let them be. I want them there in case I ever forget how rich I am! See more

Take advantage of all help for nutritious meals to keep your kiddos healthy. School has many offerings for free meals. The pantry volunteers will see you all this week for drive through distribution. Clean vehicle, make space, wear masks and Keep community safe! If you are new or Need to register, arrive between 11:30am and noon on Friday. Keep our community healthy and stay safe out there!

Hey y'all! Forgot to remind those who actually use our calendars that our calendar had an error for September date. Do not show up today! We will see you on your regular day this week! Enjoy this beautiful FALL day! Stay safe and healthy!

It is pantry week again and our covid numbers are still rising, so we are still in pandemic mode. Be sure your vehicles have room for food, are clean and you are masked up to make it easy for the volunteers to load your food and keep our community safe! Spread the love, not the virus! Anyone NEW in need of food must arrive between 1130am and noon on Friday. Be sure you meet the program eligibility requirements. Live in EASD full time and total gross household income is at or below limit for household size. Stay safe all!

It is pantry week and unfortunately our county covid numbers are still rising, so we are still in pandemic mode. Be sure your vehicles are clean and you are masked up to make it easy for the volunteers to load your food and keep our community safe! Spread the love, not the virus! Anyone new wanting food must arrive between 1130am and noon on Friday. Be sure you meet the program eligibility requirements. Live in EASD full time and total gross household income is at or below limit for household size.

During the COVID 19 Pandemic United Way of Bedford County has been hard at work. 1. We have released $88,775 In Emergency Food and Shelter Funds to Bedford Cou...nty food pantries and homeless programs. 2. Secured $6000.00 in Emergency Housing funds 3. Helped administer $284,000 in emergency COVID 19 funding to area agencies including local fire departments, area ambulance services, libraries, child care centers and homeless programs. 4. Collected local COVID Fund donations to distribute to Bedford County agencies that are struggling to provide services. 5. Continued to provided books monthly to 300 children in Bedford County,through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. 6. Collaborated with Pennsylvania State Police and Your Safe Haven to start Bedford County’s own Shop with a Cop Program. We Stand United with Bedford County Will you Stand with us??

Yes, this is pantry week. Still drive through process since we have seen an increase in BC Covid numbers, but the state says we have to speak with you about annual registration info this month, so please be sure to continue to wear your masks. Stay safe and continue to keep your community safe and try to stay cool. Thanks and see you all soon!

It's a new year here! Happy 20-21! Pa Dept of Ag has put out new year's TEFAP requirements. They brought up the income cut off a little. Be sure you fall under the requirement for your household size (total gross income from all in house) and also live full time in the Everett Area School District for this pantry. https://www.agriculture.pa.gov//2020-2021%20Declaration%20 We are still doing drive-through this month since Bedford County's numbers are increasing. Remember that masks are mandatory and to get those vehicles cleaned out. Will see you in 2 weeks. Stay cool this week - Be safe - let's keep everyone healthy!

These wonderful folks delivered to all of the Bed Co pantries yesterday morning! For those not able to make pantry yesterday, they are distributing to everyone today at the fairgrounds 10am until they run out. Helping our dairy farmers and the community in this tough time! Thank you to all involved!

If you missed getting your farmer's market vouchers on Tuesday, don't fret. There will be another one towards the end of the month. Please check the newspaper for the new date. You can also send your form into the HBFAAA office andthey will mail the vouchers to you.

Reminder: Tomorrow, Tuesday June 16 Farmer's market vouchers will be distributed to senior citizens from 9 to 3 pm at the Bedford Fair Grounds. If you do not have a form ,one will be given to you when you arrive.

Saddened to hear of Nancy Koul's passing. If any of you were with us at EUMC, she and Trudy McPherson were the managers of the pantry who mentored us 15 plus years ago. They are sadly both gone now, but have a special place in our hearts forever. R.I.P. Nancy <3 https://www.berkebilefuneralhome.com/obituary/Nancy-Koul