Update: May 14, 2020
Friends,
For the last eight weeks we have provided a weekly report on the ways COVID-19 is impacting our region and the work of God’s Pantry Food Bank. This crisis affects all of our homes. Those who were hungry two months ago are still in need and food insecurity has grown among those who may have never used our services before. While some businesses are reopening, the impacts of the pandemic are far from over for us and for many of the communities we serve.
For God’s Pantry Food Bank our response in any crisis is to lean in and support where we are needed. We are humbled to be viewed as an essential organization, providing critical food assistance. As long as there is a need, we will be prepared to serve.
The Food Bank continues to modify programs and distributions to keep everyone safe while ensuring our neighbors have the food they need. We know that our work impacts many through our partnerships with more than 400 food pantry and meal programs on the front lines throughout Central and Eastern Kentucky.
Communication with you, our supporters, is important in sharing the story of what our network has seen during this time. You have stepped up in a major way to address the need and we are grateful. You will see our email updates arrive less frequently while we continue adapting to the needs of the community as it reopens. God’s Pantry Food Bank will be introducing video updates, allowing me to share with you the stories we hear every day – stories of the impact made by your generosity.
We are here, steadfast and strong. But we can’t do our work alone. We need your support, now more than ever.
Thank you.
Mike Halligan
CEO
If you need help:
In Fayette County call 859-259-2308 to set up a pantry appointment to pick a supply of food. Outside of Fayette County, visit godspantry.org/help to find the pantry closest to you.
If you need help applying with SNAP benefits, fill out our SNAP Benefits Outreach Form.
If you can help:
If you are able to make a financial gift to address this increase in demand, you may make a donation online, or checks may be mailed to:
God’s Pantry Food Bank
1685 Jaggie Fox Way
Lexington, KY 40511.
If you would like to add your name to our COVID-19 volunteer pool in Fayette County, please email volunteerservices@godspantry.org. The Food Bank will reach out to COVID-19 volunteers as specific opportunities arise.
DONATE NOW TO SUPPORT YOUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS
We’ve been blessed with your steady support during this crisis. Thanks to the generosity of Quantrell Auto Group, bloc MKTG had produced an excellent video that talks about how we are working during this time. Thanks to Amen House for taking time from their work to be a part of this project.
Thank you to these valued partners who have contributed $5,000 or more to our COVID-19 Relief Efforts.
Fayette County Public Schools Summer Meal Services
FCPS SUMMER MEAL DISTRIBUTION PLAN
Statewide Feeding Sites Open During COVID-19 School Closures
KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION COVID-19 INFORMATION SITE
State Information
VISIT THE OFFICIAL TEAM KENTUCKY SOURCE FOR INFORMATION CONCERNING COVID-19
National Information
A hotline has been established for questions about COVID-19. If you need information, call 800-722-5752. The Centers for Disease Control has also set up a dedicated site for information on COVID-19.
VISIT THE CDC’S COVID-19 SITE FOR INFORMATION
If you have additional questions, please contact us at info@godspantry.org.
