The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce is inviting local residents and businesses to help families in need during a special Feed The Need Lunch and Tour taking place today in Summerville.
West Berryton Faith Temple Holiness Church will host its annual Thanksgiving community outreach, “Adopt-A-Box,” on Saturday, November 21, providing Thanksgiving meals to local families in need.
The church is preparing to provide Thanksgiving dinners for 200 families, with each meal designed to feed a family of four.
Meals will be distributed beginning at 10 AM at the Tag Office in Summerville.
Organizers say the distribution will be conducted through a drive-by pickup system, allowing families to remain in their vehicles as they line up on West Washington Street, directly in front of the Tag Office.
The church is also accepting donations to help support the outreach. Contributions can be made through Venmo at @WBFTCH, by check payable to West Berryton Faith Temple Holiness Church, or in cash.
The annual outreach is aimed at supporting local families and spreading the spirit of giving during the Thanksgiving season.
The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce and the Community Resource Center are inviting the public to participate in a special “Feed The Need” Lunch and Tour on Tuesday, November 10, in Summerville.
The event will take place from noon until 1 PM at the Community Resource Center, located at 50 Eleanor Avenue, Suite A.
Instead of a traditional admission fee, attendees are asked to bring a large box, bag or case of pantry items to help meet the needs of local children and families.
Organizers are particularly requesting foods that children can easily open and prepare themselves, along with items that provide good nutrition.
The center’s immediate needs include jelly, Kraft macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, peanut butter, snacks and pantry meals that children can prepare independently.
The event will also give participants an opportunity to tour the Community Resource Center and learn more about its work addressing food insecurity in Chattooga County.
Lunch will be provided, and the event is open to the public. Reservations are requested.
The Chamber encourages community members and businesses to participate by bringing food donations to help meet the growing need for assistance.
The Salvation Army of Rome is seeking volunteers and community support for its annual holiday programs, which provide Christmas assistance to families and senior citizens throughout the area, including Chattooga County.
The Chattooga County Library is bringing back its annual “Food For Fines” program, giving patrons an opportunity to reduce overdue library fines while helping provide food for families in need.
The Sara Hightower Regional Library System is offering the program through December 19, allowing library patrons to exchange canned food donations for reductions in their outstanding fines.
For every canned food item donated, participants will receive a $2 credit toward overdue fines, up to a maximum of $20 in savings.
Library officials say the program provides an opportunity for patrons to clear up overdue fines while supporting the local community kitchen and helping provide food for those in need.
Residents who do not have outstanding library fines are also encouraged to participate by donating canned food items.
The Chattooga County Public Library is located at 360 Farrar Drive in Summerville.
The “Food For Fines” program continues through December 19.
The Father’s Heart Café is preparing for the holiday season with two community meals, an ongoing Christmas toy drive and opportunities for local residents to help provide food and other necessities to families in need.
A Chattooga County church is working to make sure local families have a Thanksgiving dinner to enjoy this holiday season, and community members are being invited to help through a special program called “Adopt-A-Box.”
Chattooga Family Connection has announced details for its upcoming Thanksgiving event while also setting a deadline for its already active Christmas Stuff a Stocking Donation Drive.
A community food drive in the Teloga area brought volunteers and local organizations together over the weekend to provide food assistance to families and individuals across the community.
The Community Resource Center of Chattooga is inviting area residents to attend its monthly Resource Fair on Monday, July 6, where families can connect with local organizations and learn about services available in the community.
The Resource Fair will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Representatives from a variety of local agencies and organizations will be available to provide information and connect attendees with programs and resources designed to help individuals and families.
As a thank-you for attending the Resource Fair, participants will qualify to receive a free 24-pack of beverages. Available choices include Pepsi, Pepsi Zero Sugar, Mountain Dew, Mug Root Beer and Zero Sugar Gatorade.
The Community Resource Center’s Food Pantry will also be open that day from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in a separate location within the building.
Organizers note that visitors do not have to pick up a food box on July 6, but they must attend the Resource Fair to qualify for the free 24-pack of drinks.
The Community Resource Center says its goal is to ensure everyone has access to resources, support and opportunities that help families thrive.