A stronger community begins when people choose to look out for one another.
Right here in Kingfisher County, a family may be deciding between buying groceries and paying a utility bill. A parent may be stretching what is left in the pantry to make sure there is enough for the kids. These struggles aren’t always easy to see, but they are happening, and there are ways each of us can help.
The Kingfisher County Food Bank, Frontline Ministries The Table Food Bank and the Jacket Pantry provide food and essential items to local individuals and families who need a little extra help. Keeping their shelves stocked takes the support of the entire community.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Local food pantries can use a variety of donations, including:
- Non-perishable canned goods
- Meat and eggs
- Dry goods
- Fresh produce
- Health and hygiene items
- Monetary donations of any amount
Every contribution, large or small, can make a difference for someone going through a difficult time.
WHERE TO DONATE
Kingfisher County Food Bank
414 Hill Drive
Serves families throughout Kingfisher County.
Frontline Ministries The Table Food Bank
124 W. Erwin Ave.
Serves Kingfisher County residents.
Jacket Pantry
621 W. Bowman Ave., behind the metal bus barn
Serves Kingfisher Public Schools students and their families.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
Kingfisher County Food Bank: Contact Danica Kramer at 405-368-4764. Food boxes are distributed throughout the month, with one box available per family each month.
Frontline Ministries The Table Food Bank: Call or text Rose Hamil at 405-615-4681 or Kristin Burpo at 405-317-3793. Food is distributed on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
Jacket Pantry: Contact Paula Leffingwell at 405-375-4191 or through the school’s ParentSquare app. Families may receive assistance every two weeks.
No one should have to face hunger alone. Sometimes helping means donating a bag of groceries. Sometimes it means giving a few dollars. Sometimes it simply means sharing information so it reaches the person who needs it.
Donate if you can. Reach out if you need help. Share the information with someone who might.
Because when neighbors help neighbors, it makes the entire community stronger.
It takes all of us.
