The Bowling Green Christian Food Pantry is moving to a new home.
Opening its doors July 2, the Food Pantry will distribute food baskets at 419 Gould St. in Bowling Green.
The board members indicate the convenience of what they term a "central location" in Bowling
Green.
Located between Manville Avenue and Prospect Street, it is situated near the railroad tracks.
According to a press release announcing the move, "This new space is closer to the homes of many
clients, making it easier for them to access the services provided by the pantry."
"The location is better suited for our clients in terms of location and accessibility," said
Shirley Woessner, director of the panty. "There are no longer steps or other barriers for clients
needing to get food."
Board President Brent Pomeroy said, "The pantry is very grateful for the help of Vicki Valentine
Adler and Preferred Properties in Bowling Green for stepping up to help us find a new home. Her
assistance and support have an been an invaluable asset. It’s great when local community members
recognize the incredible need and don’t sit idle, they jump and make a difference."
Woessner noted the board had looked at this site earlier but it did not provide enough space. However,
recently, additional rooms in the back of the building became available and the pantry can use that area
for freezers and other storage.
In order to facilitate the move, Woessner said the pantry will close beginning June 24 before it reopens
at the new site on July 2.
Following the move, the pantry hours are expected to remain the same as they are currently, serving
clients on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 1-3 p.m. and Thursday 6-8 p.m.
A community open house is planned for Aug. 19 to allow the community the opportunity to tour the new
facility and learn more about the pantry and the services it provides.
Donations to support the pantry and the need for food can be mailed to P.O. Box 84, Bowling Green, 43402.
The food pantry has been at its current location on West Wooster Street for 11 years. In the last three
months alone, it has served nearly 300 families, including 250 children and 40 seniors.
