The 2020 pandemic has resulted in the extensive needs of many individuals and families. In South Lake County the FAITH Neighborhood Center, whose goal is to feed and instruct the needy, is addressing the challenge with food and other critical assistance. In order to address the high demand, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stepped up to assist the Center.
As the holidays approached, the Church donated three hundred turkeys to help feed needy families around the holidays. Monthly, the Center assists over 2,000 families in the communities of Groveland, Mascotte, Clermont, Minneola, and Montverde. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides volunteer services each week to the Center.
Since 1972, the Center has provided support to low-income families and individuals in South Lake County. Located in Groveland, Florida, the Center has grown over the years and now has over 100 active volunteers. These dedicated volunteers keep the costs of running the Center as low as possible.
Executive Director, Trish Kry, expressed her gratitude for the community donations, “We are grateful for the many organizations who contribute to our cause. These donations enabled us to provide a holiday meal for all our patrons that gave them some sense of normalcy in these difficult times.”
In addition to food, the Center offers medical support in conjunction with the South Lake Community Health Center, educational/training opportunities, and assistance in applying for food stamps, Medicaid and Emergency Assistance.
Deborah Haring, who serves as the Public Affairs Director for the Church said, “This project was a wonderful opportunity for us to help provide for our neighbors during the holidays. Working with Trish Kry and the Faith Neighborhood Center is always a pleasure.”
