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The council's membership comprises various food pantries, organizations, government agencies, non-profits, and engaged citizens. This group meets regularly to tackle hunger and enhance access to healthy foods throughout Pierce County. While the Pierce County Food Pantry, based in Ellsworth, operates as a program of the HPC, the other food pantries in the county maintain their independence. The Council provides these pantries and organizations dedicated to alleviating hunger in Pierce County with a unique opportunity to collaborate—attracting donations, implementing programs, and pooling resources together.
The Pierce County Food Pantry, part of the HPC, is open several days a week for all Pierce County residents, allowing non-Ellsworth residents to visit during convenient hours for added privacy. The HPC also provides a local resource directory to help individuals find nearby services and pantries.
The HPC staff coordinates the distribution of food donations to all six pantries in Pierce County, with the Pierce County Food Pantry serving as the central distribution hub for these activities. Additionally, monetary contributions, including funding from Pierce County and other governmental sources, are managed through the HPC. The staff also oversee online donation platforms, enabling anyone to contribute to their chosen pantry or HPC program. Moreover, they provide additional marketing, fundraising, and technical support to food pantries, allowing volunteers to concentrate on delivering food to the community.
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