The Olmsted Community food pantry is one of the most fundamental operations Christians in Action provides.   Did you know that the need for emergency food assistance is up by over 40%?  The unemployment rate continues to hover around 6%  and more Americans than ever are having trouble putting food on the table.  Many people, including our neighbors in the Olmsted community, have joined the ranks of the unemployed and find themselves in need of food assistance.   It’s a harsh reality. 

We provide a free supply of emergency groceries once per month per household for residents who meet the federal poverty guidelines.  All participants are allowed to “shop” grocery store-style, therefore eliminating any waste of unwanted items included when food is prebagged.

Christians In Action serves all families within the Olmsted community who meet the federal poverty guidelines. We serve everyone from low income families, single parents, senior citizens, unemployed individuals, working poor, and anyone else that comes to the pantry that needs emergency food assistance.