Resources for Food Insecurity in Baton Rouge by Ashton Weber https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity en-us 2020-04-25 17:58:10 UTC 2020-04-28 23:13:59 UTC hello@padlet.com Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank ashtonmweber https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530296815 The mission of the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank "is to feed the hungry in Baton Rouge and the surrounding parishes by providing food and educational outreach through faith-based and other community partners."

The community can help by giving funds, hosting a food drive, and volunteering. 

Contact information: 
225-359-9940

More information about getting involved and getting help can be found on the website linked below. ]]> 2020-04-25 18:15:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530296815 St. Vincent de Paul Food Services ashtonmweber https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530302980 The mission of St. Vincent de Paul's Food Services, "through person-to-person contact, mass feeding, sheltering and other channels, encompasses every form of aid which alleviates suffering and promotes dignity and integrity." 

The St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room serves meals every day of the year to the homeless, elderly, transient, and poor. 

Community members can help by volunteering or making a donation. 

Contact information: 
225-383-7837

More information about the food services at St. Vincent de Paul and more can be found on the website linked below.

]]> 2020-04-25 18:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530302980 Missionaries of Charity Soup Kitchen ashtonmweber https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530314069 "The Sisters cook and prepare a meal five mornings per week for 40-80 homeless people."

Meals are served from 10:00-11:00 am except on Sundays and Thursdays.

Community volunteers are welcomed. Food preperation begins at 8:15 am.  

Contact information: 
225-383-8367

More information about the Missionaries of Charity Soup Kitchen can be found at the website linked below. ]]> 2020-04-25 18:36:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530314069 The Shepherd's Market ashtonmweber https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530325019 "The Shepherd's Market is a client-choice food pantry serving the hungry and needy in south Baton Rouge."

The community can help by giving funds, volunteering time, and donating food. 

Contact information: 
shepherdsmarket@gmail.com
225-337-1306

More information about the services at The Shepherd's Market can be found at the website linked below. ]]> 2020-04-25 18:49:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/530325019 Healthy BR ashtonmweber https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/537732679 The mission of Healthy BR is to "foster a movement based on communication, coordination, and collaboration that promotes a better and healthier life for all people in the great city of Baton Rouge." 

The Healthy BR webpage has featured recipes, food access, and local garden resources. Not only does Healthy BR provide for nutritional needs, but also encourages the community to learn, be active, and be well. 

Contact information: 
225-389-3100

To explore the Healthy BR website, click the link below. ]]> 2020-04-28 23:09:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ashtonmweber/resources_foodinsecurity/wish/537732679