Author Archives: Nelson County Pantry

Our local letter carriers are helping to “STAMP OUT HUNGER” again this year.  The US Postal Food Drive will be held on Saturday, May 14th.  Please leave a bag of non-perishable food next to your mailbox.  There are so many … Continue reading →

We have recently been offered a unique opportunity by an anonymous donor.  This individual, a loyal supporter and periodic volunteer at the Pantry has offered a “matching fund” program.  This individual will match on a dollar-for-dollar basis each donation that … Continue reading →

As 2010 came to a close, it was time to reflect on how the Lord has blessed the ministry of the Nelson County Pantry in each and every year of our existence.  Beginning in 1997 with just a few volunteers … Continue reading →

The Nelson County Pantry held its Christmas Distribution on Saturday, December 18, 2010.  It was a very busy day as Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus (Tom & Pam Harvey) were there to visit with the children as their parents picked … Continue reading →

“Bouncing for hams”           The Devils’ Backbone Brewing Company held a fundraiser to purchase food for the holiday season for families in need!! DBBC employees and volunteers bounced for 24 continuous hours to help the Nelson County Pantry raise money for Christmas … Continue reading →

It was a very busy day at the Nelson County Pantry for our 2010 Thanksgiving Distribution.   We had just enough turkeys!!   All the trimmings were provided and the weather cooperated.  It was a beautiful, warm day!!  Turnips, potatoes, carrots, onions, stuffing, etc.  … Continue reading →

The harvest has not been good this year for  many Virginia farmers due to the drought, but you would not know that at the Nelson County Pantry.  We have been the recipient of  beautiful,  fresh produce from several very generous … Continue reading →

So far this summer, the Nelson County Pantry has received fresh produce  from a local nursery, the Society of  St. Andrews and the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank.   Cabbage, potatoes, carrots, onions and apples have been donated and distributed to our clients.    The … Continue reading →

The National Association of Letter Carriers conducted its 18th Annual “STAMP OUT HUNGER” Food Drive on Saturday, May 8, 2010.  This is the Nation’s largest, single day food drive.  Our Nelson County letter carriers did a wonderful job collecting all the food … Continue reading →

It is finally turning a little warmer and there is no trace of snow so we are working hard to prepare for the clients who have not had the opportunity to visit us so far this year.   This spring is bringing some … Continue reading →