The Fishnet Pantry

The Fishnet Pantry
Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we you an hungered, and fed you? or thirsty, and gave you drink? When saw we you a stranger, and took you in? or naked, and clothed you? Or when saw we you sick, or in prison, and came unto you? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as all of you have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, all of you have done it unto me.	Matthew 25:37-40
For thirty years the people of Fishnet have had just one passion: Helping those in need. From its beginning in the closet of a church the Fishnet food pantry has grown to become the largest in the state, distributing eight tons of food to 300 - 400 households a week.
Please check our Facebook page for the primary distribution dates and times. The hours of operation for free food handout are Tuesday and Thursdays: 5:00am -7:45am. Approximately fifty pounds of food is issued to each applicant. Depending upon availability, non-perishable foods like rice, beans, pasta, and canned goods are distributed as well as fresh produce, bread, pastries, bottled water, and even pizza. Each household is allowed to pick up food once a week.
The only requirement for receiving food is a state ID with a picture. There are no income or other restrictions because we realize that anyone can be in need at some time. Our clients show their ID at the reception desk, are recorded, and then proceed to the pickup point, where volunteers have put together their distribution for the week. Often bread or other baked goods are available to choose from as well. Many times volunteers are available to help carry the food to their vehicle.
Fishnet Missions also prepares emergency food boxes for people in extreme need. Thanks to the generosity of our Friends and supporters, we are able to distribute food to some 12,000 people a month.

You can help

Here are some ways you can help the Fishnet Food Pantry:

Prayer - pray for those who minister and those who come for food.
Funds - Fishnet is all volunteer, but there are costs to keep the lights on.
Donations - We accept clothing, books, household items, furniture and appliances for resale.
Food - Please help us with non - perishable food for the program.
Help - Volunteers are needed to put together the weekly distribution, sort and bag food and also to assist clients. Come join us!
Shoppers - Looking for a bargain? Try the Fishnet Thrift Store!