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FOOD DRIVE - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
MANNA MINISTRIES, a collaboration of Leland area churches and civic groups is conducting a food collection drive. All food collected will be distributed to hungry Leland area families in conjunction with Brunswick Family Assistance. The increasing costs of groceries, gas and utilities, as well as fallout from the housing crisis and economic slowdown, have caused a crisis in many families ability to provide adequate, nutritious food for their family. Every food donation helps in the fight against hunger no matter how small or large.
Manna Ministries will be accepting donations at:
Riegelwood Federal Credit UnionVictory Church mapCloser Walk Office (behind La Costa) mapLeland Church of God mapFirst Baptist Church of Leland mapJohnson Chapel AME Zion mapNorth Brunswick Lions ClubLeland Middle SchoolNorth Brunswick Fire StationsLeland LibraryCrosswinds Church map(74-76 across from Industrial Park)Hours: 8:00-5:00Office 910-251-5359
Light of the World Youth-Area churches, schools and civic organizations are encouraged to get involved. Please contact Pastor Jay Merritt (910) 371-6424 (pastor@vfwbc.org) or Joe Cannon, Executive Director, Brunswick Family Assistance at (910)754-4766.
EXAMPLES OF ITEMS NEEDED:
Canned meats (tuna, stew, chili, Spam, salmon, etc.) Canned or dry beans (pinto, navy, kidney, pork and beans, baked, etc.) Peanut butter Cereal, oatmeal and grits Canned vegetables and fruit Fruit juices in boxes Boxed potatoes Dried fruits Canned soups, ramen noodles Macaroni and cheese Pasta, noodles, rice, pasta sauceMoney donations are also greatly appreciated (checks can be made out to Brunswick Family Assistance). Receipts for your money donations will be available.
