By Dakota Baker
RealWV, www.therealwv.com
Wellspring in Rainelle held a successful first evening pantry on Apr. 28. The evening pantry was started in hopes of becoming more accessible for working individuals and older teenagers.
Summer evening pantry hours (5 to 7 p.m.)
223 Main St, Rainelle
• Tuesday, June 2
• Tuesday, July 21
• Tuesday, Aug. 18
Morning Pantry Hours (10 a.m. to noon)
223 Main St, Rainelle
• Tuesday, June 2
• Tuesday, July 7
• Tuesday, Aug. 4
• Tuesday, Sept. 8
Parking is available in the gravel lot behind Wellspring or along the street. Please avoid parking in spaces designated for neighboring businesses.
About the pantry:
Wellspring operates a choice-model food pantry, meaning you can select the items that best fit your household’s needs. There is no residency or proof of income requirement. All are welcome! After registering your household, you will be matched with a volunteer who will accompany you through the aisles to shop for groceries.
Wellspring regularly stocks fresh-made bread from Fruits of Labor, a range of frozen meats, canned fruits and vegetables, soups, pasta, shelf-stable dairy, cereal, and more. Wellspring also attempts to have fresh fruits and vegetables, in addition to some specialty items, at each pantry.
Community support:
Swift Level Fine Meats, Dairy Queen in Fairlea, and the Greenbrier Humane Society donate to Wellspring monthly.
Want to help?
Wellspring has a strong volunteer community, and this pantry requires 15–20 volunteers to operate smoothly. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, you can email Liz at liz@wellspringofgreenbrier.org to be added to the volunteer email list.
