“Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.”
- Matthew 25:40
Welcome to the official page of the Calvary Food Pantry, a project organized by the Calvary Episcopal Church and made possible by our incredibly generous donors and volunteers. Our goal is to follow in the footsteps of Jesus by feeding all those of His children who are in need. Keep reading to learn how to receive help, or how to contribute to our community.
To visit or contact us directly, refer to the information below:
Address: 2840 Hendersonville Road, Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 187, Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Phone number: (828) 684-6266
Email: foodpantry@calvaryfletcher.org
For Neighbors:
Food assistance is available to anyone who seeks help.
Our pantry normally operates on a “neighbor’s choice” model, where we offer neighbors the opportunity to choose from a variety of foods within specific categories. While we try to stock the most popular items, inventory can change depending on what is available from our sources. Neighbors are served based on when they arrive, and we strive to have as much variety as possible for our late shoppers as our early ones.
Current Needs
The Food Pantry is always grateful for your financial support. Working with MANNA FoodBank and other partners, we are often able to stretch your contributions farther than they normally would go.
At this time, we are also in need of food donations, particularly in the categories below:
- Diapers, sizes 4, 5, and 6
- Wipes
- Dry cat food
- Coffee
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you pick up donations?
A: No. Although we are grateful for any support we receive, we simply do not have the means to visit everyone who might have items they want to give at the moment. However, donations may be dropped off in the pantry lobby between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm from Monday-Friday.
Q: Do you make deliveries?
A: No, for the same reasons we cannot pick up donations. Our wonderful volunteers give time when they are able, and most do not work regular hours at the pantry; they could not reliably deliver food or give transportation at the moment.
Q: What non-food donations do you accept?
A: Besides food, we are always happy to accept donations of diapers, feminine hygiene products, dental hygiene products, soaps, and detergents.
Q: What kinds of food donations do you most need?
A: Our needs vary, and you can find a weekly updated list of requested goods further down this page. We ask that you carefully assess the expiration dates on any goods that you bring in. Additionally, please refrain from bringing refrigerated goods, as we may not be able to stock them before they spoil.
Q: When are you open?
A: We welcome neighbors to pick out food from 8:00 to 11:00 am on Saturday. However, donation drop-off times are Monday-Friday as stated above.
Q: Can I volunteer? How?
A: Yes, we gladly welcome new volunteers! They are needed on Thursdays at 4:00 pm in the garden, Friday from 9:00-10:00 am to stock shelves in the pantry, and from 8:00-11:00 am on Saturday to help distribute food. Please contact Kathy Noyes (knoyes372@gmail.com) for more information.
Q: I am feeling under the weather. May I come in to help anyway?
A: Please do not. Even if it is not COVID-19, it is better for yourself and your neighbors to rest and recover if you are experiencing symptoms of any illness.
We thank you for your continuous support and service through the years. These times are difficult and we will all get through it together.
In 2023 we served 6,506 households, which represents 23,154 individuals. Click here to learn more about our history and operations.
A word from the Food Pantry president
Administration
Board of Directors (Vestry of Calvary Episcopal Church) and Executive Committee (volunteers)
Check out our wonderful friend Chef Martha doing a food demo below!
Check out Martha’s recipes featured on WLOS!
at a Glance
Open to anyone in need of food.
Open Saturday, 8:00 am - 11:00 am (except Christmas).
Over 100 volunteer hours donated weekly.
Over 60 volunteers participate each month.
Community supported.
Services Provided
Food is provided according to household size and selected by the clients themselves, with the help of a volunteer shopping assistant.
Clients use shopping carts, and volunteers escort them to their vehicles and help load their items.
In addition to packaged foods, we also provide fresh produce, eggs, milk, and bread, as well as frozen meat.
We provide roughly 3 1/2 meals worth of food per person per week.
On select Saturdays, the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy and Walgreens offer blood pressure checks and nutrition counseling.
