Hope Food Pantry is located in the Southridge Plaza, directly to the west of Culver’s in Sioux Center. It is open every Wednesday from 1:30-5:30 p.m. Before the pandemic hit in 2020, about 75-80 families drove through the pantry’s pickup site in the four-hour period. Now it’s up to approximately 125 families every week. VOLUNTEERING HELPS RESTORE HOPE Each family coming through the pickup site receives a box which typically includes canned fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheese, bread, and fresh meat. Bev said it takes 12 volunteers to keep the process running smoothly each week. “You need the help of passionate individuals who want to see a flourishing community. Volunteering is a unique way to help restore hope and give back to your community.” Many churches, businesses and school classes have volunteered their time. Bev said, “What blessed me the most was a class of nursing students who volunteered to help. You could just see their compassion for people. It’s good to see a servant heart.” Her own grandchildren have helped at the food pantry. “They’re never too young to be exposed to this type of volunteering. It’s good to teach them that volunteering is part of being a member of the community.”
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