As you know, Southminster partners with Grace Jordan Elementary to stock their school pantry, providing essential food and hygiene items for students and families in need. With SNAP (food assistance) benefits expected to be frozen during a prolonged federal government shutdown, we’re preparing for a higher-than-usual demand.

Although SNAP only covers food, we’re still collecting basic hygiene items to help families stretch their limited resources further. When we supply shampoo, deodorant, or hand soap, it can free up a family’s budget for fresh produce, dairy, and other perishable items that the Grace Jordan pantry isn’t able to store.

We’re aiming to stock the shelves more fully than ever in the coming weeks. The school social worker and counselor have identified “high need items” for the coming weeks. If you’re able, please consider donating from the list below. Items can be dropped off in the Narthex/Lobby during regular hours or on worship days.

High-Need Items:
Spaghetti • Mac & Cheese • Cereal (Honey Nut Cheerios are especially popular) • Rice • Mashed Potatoes • Peanut Butter • Jelly • Cup of Noodles • Vegetable Oil • Vinegar • Flour • Sugar • Toilet Paper • Deodorant • Shampoo & Conditioner • Hand Soap

Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors with both compassion and abundance.