Food Pantry
Hours of Operation & Location
The Pantry is open the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month from 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
We are located at 20051 Tabernacle Rd., Barhamsville, VA 23011
behind Tabernacle UMC.
Purpose
There is growing need in our community for those struggling to provide for themselves and their families. The PGO Food Pantry serves upper James City and all of New Kent counties.
Open since July of 2009, we serve families living slightly above and below the poverty lines. We also provide food to families and individuals who have lost their jobs, are seasonally employed, or need assistance during these times of hardship.
Everyone who comes receives food on the first visit. For subsequent visits the client must provide proof of income and residency. If living outside our service area, we work to refer the client to a food pantry operation in their area for the future.
How Can I Help?
Food Products
You may always donate non-perishable canned goods, boxed items, paper products and pet items. You may drop off items on Saturdays at our Grace Village Thrift located at 15730 Pocahontas Trail, Lanexa or by contacting:
Jim Crouse, Pantry Coordinator at (757) 817-2928.
Financially
As good stewards of the gifts we receive, we are able to buy items in bulk through our affiliation with Feed More in Richmond, VA. Building a new food pantry is in our future! Send your tax deductible donations for the purchase of food or to contribute to our Building Fund to PGO, P.O. Box 224, Barhamsville, VA 23011.
Volunteer Opportunities
We are always in need of volunteers to assist with the pick up and distribution of food. Volunteers help greet, bag and carry the groceries to the cars of our clients. To volunteer, call
Jim Crouse, Pantry Coordinator, at (757) 817-2928.
We always need:
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Jelly (small jars)
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Corn Bread Mix (Jiffy, etc)
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Rice
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Flour
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Jello
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Sugar
- Paper Towels
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Toilet Tissue
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Dishwashing Detergent
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Laundry Detergent