May 20 Update:
CSM is planning to reopen the Second Mile Thrift Shop starting June 6 with limited hours, Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 AM-5 PM. New safety protocols will be implemented for protection of employees and customers including extra sanitizing, social distance shopping, limits on number of people, plastic shield at checkout counter, and employee masks. Customers will be encouraged to wear masks and new donation procedures will be announced soon.
CSM is planning to reopen the Second Mile Thrift Shop starting June 6 with limited hours, Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 AM-5 PM. New safety protocols will be implemented for protection of employees and customers including extra sanitizing, social distance shopping, limits on number of people, plastic shield at checkout counter, and employee masks. Customers will be encouraged to wear masks and new donation procedures will be announced soon.
The COVID-19 Food Challenge:
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to record breaking unemployment, economic disruption, and food insecurity. The Church Street Ministry (CSM) Food Pantry is striving to meet this challenge by continuing to provide food to an increasing number of people. The CSM Food Pantry is currently open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00-2:00PM.
The CSM Food Pantry COVID-19 Response:
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have implemented new safety policies. Volunteers and staff wear masks and gloves, and food is distributed through a non-contact drive-up service. Clients park by the CSM Food Pantry and stay in their vehicles. A volunteer or staff member will then greet them as soon as possible, verify their credentials, and place items in their vehicle, all while maintaining social distancing. Before arriving, clients should ensure that they have sufficient room, preferably in the truck of the vehicle, for placement of boxed CSM Food Pantry items.
Donations Needed:
Here is how you can help CSM provide assistance to individuals and families that are facing unprecedented challenges, including food insecurities:
Monetary Support:
Monetary support is greatly appreciated to purchase items we need and to balance out food donations.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to record breaking unemployment, economic disruption, and food insecurity. The Church Street Ministry (CSM) Food Pantry is striving to meet this challenge by continuing to provide food to an increasing number of people. The CSM Food Pantry is currently open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00-2:00PM.
The CSM Food Pantry COVID-19 Response:
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have implemented new safety policies. Volunteers and staff wear masks and gloves, and food is distributed through a non-contact drive-up service. Clients park by the CSM Food Pantry and stay in their vehicles. A volunteer or staff member will then greet them as soon as possible, verify their credentials, and place items in their vehicle, all while maintaining social distancing. Before arriving, clients should ensure that they have sufficient room, preferably in the truck of the vehicle, for placement of boxed CSM Food Pantry items.
Donations Needed:
Here is how you can help CSM provide assistance to individuals and families that are facing unprecedented challenges, including food insecurities:
Monetary Support:
Monetary support is greatly appreciated to purchase items we need and to balance out food donations.
Food and Other Donations:
Donations can be dropped off at the CSM Food Pantry located at 1480 W. Bagley Road Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 12:00-2:00 PM. Most needed items include:
Thank you to all our donors who continue to make a big impact to address food insecurity.
Donations can be dropped off at the CSM Food Pantry located at 1480 W. Bagley Road Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 12:00-2:00 PM. Most needed items include:
- Canned protein sources: Ravioli, Meatballs, Chicken, Salmon
- Peanut Butter
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Cereal
- Fruit and Applesauce
- Vegetables
- Juice Boxes and Soft Drinks
- Toilet Paper
Thank you to all our donors who continue to make a big impact to address food insecurity.
