Rep. Scott Shares Food Pantry Resource Information
Key Takeaways
- Rep. Scott posts locations and contact details for nearby food pantries
- Community groups encouraged to coordinate donation and volunteer efforts
- Residents urged to access pantry resources for short-term food security
- Lawmakers called to support local nonprofits meeting basic needs
SNAP benefits could be impacted by the ongoing federal government shut down. House Minority Leader Vin Candelora has proposed using funding from Connecticut's $4.3 billion dollar Rainy Day Fund to assist families during this lapse, an immediate solution that I also support. The Rainy Day Fund is meant for this type of emergency.
In the meantime, a listing of local food pantries can be found at 211ct.org or at CT Foodshare. These pantries are working to make sure every family has what they need, especially given the current circumstances, and the lead up to the holidays.
If you’re able to, please consider donating nonperishable items, grocery store gift cards, or your time to help these local pantries.
The state Department of Social Services has useful SNAP information on their website.
Pantries in Our Area
Monroe Food Pantry
Monroe residents do need to make an appointment to visit the food pantry. Clients can call 203-452-2817 to schedule an appointment and must call ahead for bread and produce. Individuals will need to provide name, address, contact phone number and number of people per household. Monroe Food Pantry is located at 980 Monroe Turnpike
Salt and Light Food Pantry
This church-based food pantry in Monroe is open every Saturday from 11am-12pm on a walk in basis for food distribution. The Pantry is located at Stepney Baptist Church, 423 Main Street. The Pantry is closed annually on Christmas Day and New Years Day. Walk-ins welcome.
Trumbull Food Pantry Services
The Trumbull Food Pantry is open to all Trumbull residents who meet income guidelines or need assistance. All services are fully confidential. Pantry Hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. Appointments are required for shopping and for donation drop-offs. To schedule an appointment, please call the Food Pantry at (203) 452-5136.