The Condon Food Pantry served 70 households and 171 individuals in the past period. This was made possible with the help of 10 dedicated volunteers who collectively contributed 76.5 hours of service.
At the regular board meeting held on June 11, 2024, the Condon Community Food Pantry provided an update on its recent activities. The Coordinator Report revealed that the pantry served 70 households and 171 individuals in the past period. This was made possible with the help of 10 dedicated volunteers who collectively contributed 76.5 hours of service.
In terms of food donations, the pantry received significant support from various sources. Safeway donated 154 pounds of food, while Tillamook and Hatts contributed 124 pounds. Individual donors added another 20 pounds, bringing the total to 298 pounds of food collected.
Financially, the pantry was awarded a substantial grant of $25,000 from the Ford Foundation, providing a much-needed boost to its operations. They are also awaiting the review of a grant application submitted to Gilliam County. Additional funding from the Elks Lodge is anticipated, contingent upon increased membership participation from the Elks.
Looking ahead, Kolona Morin will be submitting two grant applications, with the hope of receiving awards in the Fall. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to secure sustainable funding for the pantry's future initiatives.
A major milestone for the pantry is the planned purchase of the building at 215 W. Walnut in Condon, scheduled for July. This building is currently home to the Condon Arts Council's pottery studio, indicating a significant expansion in the pantry's facilities and capacity.
For those looking to stay updated or get involved, the Condon Community Food Pantry can be followed on Facebook. Additional inquiries can be directed to condonfoodpantry@gmail.com.
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