Neighbor Stories
Hear stories from friends of Lowcountry Food Bank.
Food insecurity can be difficult to spot from a distance. When someone does not have consistent access to enough food, they often make tough choices to stretch the food they have. Tens of thousands make these choices every day. These individuals can be people you know well – family members, coworkers, educators, retirees – our neighbors.
Our neighbors have been generous in sharing their experiences with us. Through our feeding programs and network of 240+ partner agencies, hear how our neighbors find the nourishment, support, and strength their families need to thrive.
“What gives me hope is that there are people trying to share love, and trying to give other people a chance to find security through things like the Food Bank.”
– Annette, Veteran
Meet Evalyn
After the loss of her husband, Lowcountry Food Bank’s food pantries offers Evalyn and her family the resources to thrive. Through their work, Evalyn has found not just support but also the ability to look ahead with hope!
“People are what bring you back out into social situations and the environment. My church friends suggested this pantry and it made all the difference.”
Fresh For All Distribution Empowers Neighbors
The impact of a meal goes far beyond feeding our bodies – food can open endless possibilities for neighbors to thrive throughout the Lowcountry. When neighbors are fed, futures are nourished!
“To have this resource is amazing. I want to make sure that my kids have healthy nutrition and have acess to the best quality ingredients.”
Meet Deborah
Loving grandparents, like Deborah, are utilizing Lowcountry Food Bank’s network of partner agencies and pantries to help provide nutritious food for her family.
“We are a community that helps everybody else. It makes the world a nicer place. It doesn’t matter your background, or your situation. If you need help, it’s okay.”
Meet Joseph
Joseph understands that it only takes one unexpected challenge to change the course of your life. That’s when the support from the community can make all the difference. Today, Joseph’s bond with Lowcountry Food Bank goes beyond just food; it’s a relationship of trust and gratitude.
“This will last me a long time. Onions, tomatoes – all things I like. If you need help, there’s people out there – there really is.”
Meet Tasha
As a vegetarian, Tasha appreciates that the Food Bank offers fresh, nutritious produce that she can select at Fresh For Alls.
“I take advantage of the free produce because it helps my family save in case we need extra money because of the cost of living. What makes me hopeful is that no matter how chaotic the world is right now, every first Tuesday of the month, this location will be here, and I’ll be able to see the wonderful volunteers.”
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Meet Mack
Mack served our country for four years and is currently a full-time college student. His Veterans benefits and part-time work do not cover his expenses for school, rent, utilities, his 15-year-old car — much less food. He was so thankful when he heard about one of Lowcountry Food Bank’s partner agencies that can give him access to healthy food and ease his food insecurity. With a huge smile on his face, he said, “I was able to eat whole wheat pasta with canned chicken on top.” Not only was it good but his stomach was not growling during class. “Thank you for helping those like me, who just need a hand up.”
Meet Meita
“This food pantry has helped me in more ways than I can express. I have enough food in my house to share with my neighbors every once in a while. At the pantry you are treated as if you were the most important person in the world. For someone who has not experienced hunger, I would let them know that there are wonderful people that can help you. You are important, and never be ashamed to ask for help. The pantry’s director and volunteers are a delight.”
Meet Edward
“Food prices are so high. My family can’t make it on the money we earn. I would not be as healthy as I am without the support I get from the Food Bank.”
Meet Letha
“There have been plenty of times I went hungry so that my kids could eat. I’d rather they eat than me. My local food pantry is important to me and my family because without food stamps – and the way food prices are going up – we couldn’t survive.”
Meet Melvin
“The food pantries are so important to me and my family because it helps out when you are on a fixed income. I feel a weight off my shoulders when I come to the pantry. This helps me not feel so stressed – knowing I can get food and still be able to pay bills on budget.”
