Grace Bible Church opened the food pantry to the community for the first time in October of 2010. The current hard economic times have caused many to rely on food pantries to assist them with their food needs. It is a real privilege to be able to show God's love in this way. The Food Pantry served 49 families which inclues 103 adults and 36 children. We are open 6:30pm – 8:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. We serve clients from the following towns: Audubon, Barrington, Bellmawr, Glendora, Gloucester City, Haddon Heights, Haddonfield, Lawnside, Magnolia, Mt Ephraim, Runnemede. THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF ITEMS REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR OUR FOOD PROGRAM: Identification for every person in household: FOR EVERY ADULT: Valid Driver’s License or county photo ID; FOR EVERY CHILD: Social security card, school ID, birth certificate or insurance card. Proof of Residency: A copy of your current lease or current gas or electric bill; Proof of residency for all children living with you (custody agreement, birth certificate); Proof of Income or eligibility (1 required for every adult): Federal tax return; Recent pay stub for all members of household; Recent letter showing pension or disability amount; Social security letter stating amount to be received; Welfare notice showing amount of assistance SSI letter stating amount to be received; Food Stamp letter showing amount to be received; Any other income we should be made aware of Medicaid card; Federal guidelines for income, based on family size, will be used to determine your eligibility to share in our food program. Please remember, we should not be considered your primary source of assistance. We are here to help you on a temporary basis. Please come prepared. If you do not have all required information with you, your application will be delayed.
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 (856) 546-4885 to book your appointment.
Address :
887 Clements Bridge Rd,
Barrington, NJ 08007.
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Help Residents of Cities:
- Barrington
Help Residents of Counties:
- Camden
Appointments
You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7.
For the full set of services, you can call (856) 546-4885 to book your appointment. Staff can also answer any questions you may have.
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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.