FACES Food Pantry (Farmville Location)

FACES Food Pantry is a community-based organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity and improving nutrition for individuals and families in need. The organization operates two main distribution locations, with the Farmville site serving as a central hub for food assistance.

Mission and Focus

FACES is committed to providing food support to neighbors facing hunger, with a particular emphasis on improving health outcomes in a region with elevated rates of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. The organization is guided by principles of equity and non-discrimination, adhering to federal civil rights laws and USDA policies.

Services Provided

• Weekly Food Distribution: Regular food distribution events are held to provide groceries and essential food items to those in need.
• Backpack Program: FACES sponsors a program that supplies weekend meals for school children, ensuring that youth have access to nutritious food outside of school days.
• Support for the Homeless: In partnership with STEPS, Inc., FACES supplies food to individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Community Partnerships: The organization collaborates with other local groups to enhance community well-being and address broader issues of food insecurity.
• Healthy Pantry Initiative: FACES participates in initiatives aimed at providing healthier food options and addressing chronic disease through improved nutrition.

Eligibility and Service Area

FACES serves individuals and families in need within the region, including those from surrounding counties. There are no explicit eligibility requirements listed, but the focus is on neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

Programs and Impact

• Grant Support: Recent funding from Centra Health supports efforts to provide food that addresses chronic disease among those served.
• Volunteer Opportunities: Community members are encouraged to volunteer for sorting, packing, and distribution activities.

Non-Discrimination Policy

FACES does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.