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Feed 210 families each week at Neighbors' Pantry in Gold Coast

Help keep a free food pantry open for families facing hunger in Gold Coast.

🇦🇺 Queensland, Australia3,021 views
Layla Ines Said
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Gold Coast
Since 2021, our volunteer team has run Neighbors' Pantry every Friday from the back of a school canteen. We started with 26 families, and now we feed 210 each week. Donations have dropped by about 54% this winter, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 9 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Gold Coast market and keep every receipt. Each $50 feeds a family of four for a week. All of the funds go to groceries, fresh produce, and cold-storage costs. Where the $1,600 goes: • Refrigeration and electricity: $220 • Fresh vegetables and fruit: $970 • Baby formula and diapers: $410 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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    Made a real difference

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Dinda Tika SalimPhoto verified

    Wishing you the best. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from San Jose.

    • Charmaine T. Uy

      Hope it all works out. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Nashik this morning!

      $1,667.50 raised of $1,600

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