By Dr. Ferrell Miller
JC Breakfast Optimists
Brad Carlton with the Geary County Food Pantry shared information about the important work being done to help feed those in need in Geary County this week with the Junction City Breakfast Optimists. “The Geary County Food Pantry was established in the mid-1980’s. Space is currently being rented at the former nunnery in Junction City and more room to serve clients is needed. The number of clients has increased since COVID with the cost of food in stores and the philosophy of wanting to preserve the dignity of those being served by providing ‘client choice’ instead of handing them a box of items they may not use requires more space for freezers and refrigeration.”
Carlton also stated that the Geary County Food Pantry Board decided to build on land located at Clay and Seventh Streets "where the old Lutheran School and a Korean church had been located. The cost to build and furnish the building is approximately $50,000. There will be 19 off-street parking slots. "
Fundraising is ongoing with about $300,000 having been collected. The goal includes another $200,000. JC Breakfast Optimist Club donated $200.00 to the Pantry on April 24. For more information or to donate money or food items to the Geary County Food Pantry please call 785-762-8830.