Demand at the Community of Concern Food Pantry in Carroll is rising as inflation and other economic factors put additional pressure on shoppers. Community of Concern Director Roxie Reinart says the pantry’s overall usage had already surpassed 2021’s numbers by the end of October.
The pantry hosted its annual “Stuff the Bus” food drive at Hy-Vee over the weekend, and while there was still plenty of support for the event, it was less than what they had seen in recent years. Nearly everybody is feeling the pinch as prices increase, especially regarding food costs. Tomorrow (Tuesday) is Giving Tuesday, and Reinart asks those that are able consider supporting the Community of Concern.
Monetary donations can also be mailed to 322 W. 3rd Street, which will be used to supplement the pantry’s perishable food supply and operating expenses. The Community of Concern is a need-based pantry, so its distributions do not require income verification like many other non-profit groups.
As more and more households lean on the Community of Concern to help them through a challenging time, Reinart says the pantry relies on the generosity of those in a position to give to maintain their services. The Community of Concern has operated within Carroll County for more than 40 years, and Reinart says that is all thanks to the outstanding support from local businesses and residents. Learn more about the pantry at www.commofconcern.com.
