Food Pantry Report - November 2, 2025

ST. MARTIN’S FOOD PANTRY

This past week, we served 345 families - thank you to all who make this possible! Our deepest gratitude goes out to the parishes who provide food, volunteers, and drivers. Major donors this week include St. Francis, Our Lady of Mercy, Our Lady of Grace, St. Rose of Lima, St. Bartholomew’s, and St. Martin. Your generosity - especially with canned pasta with meat continues to make a real difference. Please note: with the elimination of U.S. government SNAP payments in November, we anticipate an increase in the need for pantry assistance

Highest Priority Donations (Next 2 Weeks)

1. Mac & Cheese (7 oz. boxes) – about 300 boxes needed

2. Pasta Sauce (jars up to 40 oz. or cans, any flavor) about 100 needed

3. Canned Fruit (15 oz.) – about 72 cans

Other Urgent Needs:

• Diapers: Sizes NB, 1, and 6 (most needed), plus baby wipes and pads

• Adult products: both male and female items

Supplies:

• Newspaper bags and 1-dozen plastic egg cartons are always helpful

Please donate only non-perishable food items, canned vegetables or fruits, and diaper products.

Thank you for your ongoing support and compassion together, we are feeding our neighbors in need.

Volunteer Opportunity: Food Inventory Assistance

We are looking for a reliable volunteer to assist with our weekly food inventory and acquisition process. This role includes:

• Approximately 7 hours of work

• Must start Sunday afternoon and be completed by Tuesday at noon

• About 2 hours of onsite inventory work at the pantry

• Experience with the pantry and basic Excel skills are preferred

If you are interested, please contact Paul Bizot at pbizotpe@aol.com

or 📞call 301-990-2556x230