The Sierra Reach Food and Clothing Ministry was birthed in the fall of 2001 out of the heart of Isaiah 61:1-4; with a desire to bring good news to the afflicted, bind up the brokenhearted, and bring comfort to those in need. Jesus was very clear as to the importance of serving those in need in the book of Matthew 25: 35-40, I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was naked and you clothed me,… to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it to me. We believe that Christ died for ALL mankind and every individual has great value and meaning because of the price that Jesus paid for us. As we ourselves have been set free and comforted by Jesus it is our desire to be used of Him to do unto others as He has done unto us. We the “church†are the hands and feet that Jesus uses to love and serve those in our community who are afflicted, brokenhearted, and in need of comfort. We make no apologies that it is Jesus in us who does the work and provides for the needs that come our way. It is our desire to help reconcile and restore people to God and one another that they may have a hope and future. We are doing this through prayer, sharing the Word, and providing at least 3 meals per person per family per week. This is done through a hospitality approach as each individual is walked through our food section by one of our volunteers giving them multiple choices as to what foods they may choose from. We try to be aware of any special needs that our clients may have and do our best to meet those needs. After they have made all their choices, their groceries are carried to their car for them, giving us further opportunity to develop relationships with each individual. Our clothes and shoes are available for all sizes for the current season. Our volunteers check all donated clothes to be sure they are clean, stain free, and not torn. At times, we also have household items, blankets, and sleeping bags available. We believe that all who come deserve our best efforts when it comes the quality of our food and clothing that we have available. We are open every Thursday from 9:00a.m. – 12:00 noon. We begin each Thursday with a short devotional from the Bible followed by community prayer. Coffee and treats are always on hand for all to enjoy. We are available for Biblical counsel and prayer throughout the day as well. A sense of safety and community has developed as we have invested into people’s lives and trust has been built. We trust that God knows our needs better than we do and He will move hearts to give to this ministry so that no one who comes goes away feeling unloved, without food, or clothing.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7. For the full set of services, you can call (530) 878-2705 to book your appointment.
Address :
80 Exit 128,
Applegate, CA 95703.
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Help Residents of Cities:
- Applegate
Help Residents of Counties:
- Placer
Appointments
You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7.
For the full set of services, you can call (530) 878-2705 to book your appointment. Staff can also answer any questions you may have.
Tips for Visiting a Food Pantry
Show up early.
This is very important. This means you will be first in line and have a chance to get the items that are sought after and in limited quantities such as fresh produce, dairy and frozen food.
You don't usually need to show up hours ahead of time but coming at least an hour before is usually a good idea.
Remember all documentation.
Many food pantries require documentation to prove who you are, and in some cases, where you live.
This is to make sure people are not coming more than they are allowed or using fake names to do so. Call ahead of time to find out what documentation is needed.
It's just your photo ID and a piece of mail that verifies your address.
Use several food banks.
Using more than one food bank (when available) is smart because you may be able to get something at one that you may not get at another.
For instance, one may have a deal with a local gardener that gives them their extras. This may mean this food bank has more produce.
Eligible for other programs?
Ask your Department of Social Services office if you are eligible for other assistance programs to supplement your household’s food supply.
They can easily tell you if you can apply for WIC (Women and Infant Children), USDA Commodities or SNAP(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.
Ask about extras.
If you have special needs for infants or special diets, the pantries may be able to assist you.
Many times, they can help with diapers, baby formula, baby food, personal hygiene products, and even special diet items like gluten free or sugar free foods.
Go on different days of the week.
Depending on the food pantry, they may be open only one or two days a week or they may be open all seven days. When you have a choice, going midweek is often best as it is less crowded.
Be polite to workers.
Nearly everyone at a food bank is a volunteer. Be polite to the workers there as they often deal with highly emotional situations.
FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry?
Independent community food pantries are self-governing and usually distribute food to their clients on a once-a-month basis. A food bank is the storehouse for millions of pounds of food and other products that go out to the community. A food pantry functions as the arms that reach out to that community directly.
2. What kind of food is at a food pantry?
Specifically, food banks often need items like:
- Peanut butter
- Canned soup
- Canned fruit
- Canned vegetables
- Pasta
- Canned beans
- Canned stew
- Canned fish
3. Who can go to food pantry?
At the majority of food pantries, eligibility is based on self-attested need. You do not need to have a referral, and income is not a factor to receive food.
4. What is the difference between a food pantry and a soup kitchen?
A food pantry provides three-day food packages to families that have a place to live, but not enough food. These packages are designed to provide nutritionally balanced meals. Soup kitchens serve individuals in need of a hot meal, the only meal of the day for many of them.
5. How does a food pantry work?
Food Banks acquire large donations of edible but unmarketable food from the food industry and distribute it to organizations that feed hungry people. Then they provide this food to family in a need.