Nourishing Communities: Food Bank of Northern Indiana's Mobile Distributions Bring Hope and Sustenance

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is stepping up its efforts to combat food insecurity in the region, announcing a series of mobile food distributions across several counties in September 2024. These initiatives aim to provide essential sustenance to those in need, ensuring that no one is left behind in the pursuit of a hunger-free community.

Empowering Families, Strengthening Neighborhoods

Serving St. Joseph County with Compassion

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is set to host a mobile food distribution event in St. Joseph County on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. This distribution, sponsored by Saint Joseph Health System and Trinity Health, will take place at the Charles Black Community Center in South Bend, Indiana, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET, while supplies last. The event is expected to serve 250 households, offering a lifeline to those facing food insecurity in the area.

Starke County's Collaborative Effort

On Friday, September 13, 2024, the Food Bank of Northern Indiana will bring its mobile distribution to Starke County. The event will be held at the Knox United Methodist Church in Knox, Indiana, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT, while supplies last. This distribution is provided by the USDA and is anticipated to serve 200 households, demonstrating the organization's commitment to reaching underserved communities.

Kosciusko County's Accessible Outreach

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana's mobile distribution will make its way to Kosciusko County on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. The event will take place at the former Helping Hands Food Pantry in Mentone, Indiana, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET, while supplies last. This distribution, also provided by the USDA, is expected to serve 150 households, ensuring that families in need have access to essential food resources.

Starke County's Continued Support

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana will return to Starke County on Thursday, September 19, 2024, with another mobile distribution event. This time, the distribution will be held at the Lions Club Stand in Hamlet, Indiana, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT, while supplies last. This distribution is sponsored by The Hardesty Memorial Endowment Fund through the Starke County Community Foundation and is anticipated to serve 250 households, further strengthening the community's resilience.

LaPorte County's Collaborative Efforts

On Friday, September 20, 2024, the Food Bank of Northern Indiana will host a mobile distribution event in LaPorte County. The distribution will take place at the HOPE Center in Michigan City, Indiana, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT, while supplies last. This event is sponsored by the City of Michigan City and is expected to serve 200 households, demonstrating the power of community partnerships in addressing food insecurity.

Elkhart County's Commitment to Nourishment

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana's mobile distribution will make its way to Elkhart County on Monday, September 23, 2024. The event will be held at the East Goshen Mennonite Church in Goshen, Indiana, from 10 a.m. to Noon ET, while supplies last. This distribution is sponsored by Kroger and is anticipated to serve 200 households, ensuring that families in Elkhart County have access to essential food resources.

LaPorte County's Continued Outreach

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana will return to LaPorte County on Friday, September 27, 2024, with another mobile distribution event. This time, the distribution will be held at the First Church of God in LaPorte, Indiana, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., while supplies last. This distribution is also sponsored by Kroger and is expected to serve 200 households, further strengthening the community's resilience.

St. Joseph County's Ongoing Support

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana's mobile distribution efforts will conclude in St. Joseph County on Monday, September 30, 2024. The event will take place at the former Bargain Lane in South Bend, Indiana, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. ET, while supplies last. This distribution is sponsored by Kroger and is anticipated to serve 200 households, ensuring that families in need have access to essential food resources.