As you are aware, because of the mandate that no large groups gather together, we have made some changes to our thrift store operations and client food distributions.  

THRIFT STORE:
For safety reasons, we are closing our thrift store to the public for the next couple of weeks beginning March 18th. This is the only way to ensure that all clients and staff are safe from group gatherings. 

LUNCHES:
We are still serving lunch 12:00-1:30 Wednesday-Saturday as to go meals. We ask that you remain in your vehicle and wait for instructions on when to approach to pick up your meal. 

DONATIONS:
We will still be able to accept donations when we are open, however we ask that you please call in advance to discuss what type of items you will be bringing. Please do not bring items when we are not open. This will mean that they will not be used for the mission and will have to be disposed of. 

FOOD SERVICES:
Client services for 70 and older will still be offered on an appointment basis. If you are attending the open pantry on March 28th, this will be a drive through situation as well. Arrive between 9:00-9:30. Please remain in your vehicle and wait for instructions. There will be plenty of volunteers to help guide you in this process. You will still need to bring your ID and proof of address as well as your Second Harvest food bank card. Current clients that are in Western Rockingham area consisting of Madison, Mayodan and Stoneville will be served. Folks from other areas please utilize pantries that are closer to you.

FACEBOOK LIVE VIRTUAL SALES:
In an effort to offset losses during this time we will be doing some virtual sales online through Facebook live and Ebay. If you are participating in our Facebook live sales and see something that you are interested in, you will be able to purchase items and pick them up at the front sidewalk. 

CASH DONATIONS:
Yes, we will still be accepting cash donations. If you are able to support us with funds, please donate. 

FUND RAISING ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
The mission is vital to so many in the county who are food insecure. Because we are having to close our store to the public, this will greatly impact our ability to continue the mission as usual. With that said, this is a unique opportunity to use your free time at home to reach out to your friends and family on our behalf. There are many ways to campaign for LOT 2540 and raise funds that are needed to continue to feed those in need. Thank you so much in advance.

We appreciate your cooperation as we work through this unusual time and hope that things will be back to normal very soon.