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.”
– Annettee, Veteran
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 for 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.”
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 rather they eat than me. My local food pantry is important to me and my family because without food stamps – and the way good prices are going up – we couldn’t survive.”
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 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 am get food and still be able to pay bills on budget.”
