I want to acknowledge two vital organizations serving our community, starting with the Food Pantry at the Methodist Church in Nehalem. This pantry is a part of Nehalem Bay Community Services and provides essential resources to those in need. They accept donations of food, clothing, linens, pet food, and more. The food pantry is open to everyone on Monday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM, and on Wednesday from 1 PM to 5 PM.
If you are able to contribute, please consider donating items such as canned meats, peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables, soups, and similar goods. Needs may change weekly, so when making a donation, it is helpful to ask what is currently needed.
Nehalem Bay Community Services also offers a Senior Lunch program every Tuesday and Thursday beginning at 11:30 AM. Financial support for this program is always appreciated. If you would like to make a donation, please send a check to Nehalem Bay Community Services, PO Box 232, Nehalem, Oregon 97131. Be sure to indicate on your check how you would like your donation to be used. Your support helps ensure the continued success of these important community lunches. Lunches are also delivered.
The second organization I wish to highlight is the North County Food Bank, located in Wheeler. The food bank is open every Tuesday from noon to 3 PM and serves as a lifeline for many in our area. While the clothing bank is temporarily closed due to the construction of a new food bank building, your monetary donations are especially valuable at this time. Cash donations allow the NCFB to purchase food at reduced prices, stretching your contribution further.
The NCFB is building a new facility because they have lost the building they started serving from 30 years ago. Support for this new facility is greatly needed and appreciated. When donating, please indicate how you would like your contribution to be used. Large donations are particularly necessary for this project, so please consider reaching out to others who may be interested in supporting the food bank’s new building.
At our Protest on Saturday, February 7, you can drop off checks or food for either organization. Just tell us where you want your donation directed and we will make sure it gets there. Thank you!