A food pantry in Merchantville, Camden County, New Jersey, has temporarily paused operations, affecting many in the community who rely on its services. The pantry, one of South Jersey's largest, operated weekly at Grace Episcopal Church. Church leaders are currently discussing plans to reopen. The closure has prompted emotional reactions from volunteers and community members, with sentiments like 'It does bring tears to your eyes' highlighting the pantry's importance.
The Tooele Thrift Store and Pantry, run by Switchpoint, said their demand for people needing more affordable options is on the rise. https://t.co/MTxRcZ3kQn
One of South Jersey's largest food pantries is temporarily closing. The hundreds of people who attend the weekly food pantry at Grace Episcopal Church in Merchantville were notified about the pause in operations Wednesday. @siobhan_mcgirl explains. https://t.co/SFur63T6HO
After being forced to close, church leaders say they are discussing plans to reopen a food pantry in Merchantville, New Jersey. https://t.co/9AF57v9xYw
Camden County food pantry temporarily shutting down: 'It does bring tears to your eyes' https://t.co/c4x3xNOo0f
A food pantry in Merchantville, New Jersey, has been forced to pause operations. Volunteers say there aren't many other options for people in need. https://t.co/9AF57v9xYw