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Help James keep the Community Pantry pantry stocked

Help keep a free food pantry open for students and shift workers in Laredo.

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James H. Watkins
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Laredo
Since 2020, our volunteer team has run Community Pantry every Wednesday from the back of the mosque courtyard. We started with 16 families, and now we feed 198 each week. Donations have dropped by about 57% this summer, while the line has grown every single week. We rely on volunteers - 20 of us - and keep no salaries or overhead. I buy staples at wholesale prices at the Laredo market and keep every receipt. Each $40 feeds a family of four for a week. I'll post the weekly shopping receipts and a photo of the shelves each Sunday. Where the $2,350 goes: • Rice, beans, flour and oil (wholesale): $1,750 • Baby formula and diapers: $380 • Refrigeration and electricity: $220 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - James

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  • Sending strength. Your post was clear and honest. I hope February is when things finally get easier

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