The Bridge Church To Host Food Pantry Thursday In Mooresville

MOORESVILLE, NC — The Bridge Church of the Nazarene's food pantry in Mooresville will distribute food boxes Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.

The food pantry is located at 2940 Charlotte Highway in Mooresville, and is open to anyone in need.

"Simply come as you are (we do not require documentation of any kind), drive up to the front of the building, and someone will carry a pre-filled box out to your car," the church said of the program, which distributes food boxes every Thursday.

SEE ALSO: FeedNC Summer Supply Drive Underway In Mooresville: How To Donate

Iredell County is among places profoundly affected by hunger this year. Before the pandemic, about 12 percent of residents in Iredell County were considered food insecure, according to Feeding America. The continuing economic fallout from the health pandemic has raised that number to nearly 14 percent of the county's residents who are on the brink of hunger.

This week, FeedNC in Mooresville is holding its annual Summer Supply Drive, with a goal of collecting thousands of pounds of food for needy families throughout the Lake Norman and Charlotte region.

Donations for the FeedNC event, which runs through Friday, July 23, will be accepted at the food pantry located at 275 South Broad Street in Mooresville from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. each day.

"We have a goal to collect 8,000 pounds of donated supplies," Bonnie Battalia, development director for FeedNC, told Patch. "If you feel compelled to donate, we would appreciate your generosity as these items will go directly to supporting those in need here in our community."

Here's FeedNC's schedule of supplies needed:

• July 19: Mom Support Monday — Diapers, Diaper Cream, Wipes, Formula
• July 20: Tackle the Chores Tuesday — Trash Bags, Glass Cleaner, Hand Sanitizer, Paper Plates, Plastic Utensils
• July 21: Work Your Magic Wednesday — Canned Vegetables, Canned Fruit, Pasta Sauce, Chicken & Beef Broth, Salad Dressings, Canned Soups
• July 22: Thankful Thursday — Full-size toiletries.
• July 23: FeedNC Friday — Dry Goods including Cereal, Crackers, Chips, Rice, Pasta, etc.

Patch has partnered with Feeding America to help raise awareness on behalf of the millions of Americans facing hunger. Feeding America, which supports 200 food banks across the country, estimates that in 2021, about 42 million Americans may not have enough nutritious food to eat due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. This is a Patch social good project; Feeding America receives 100 percent of donations. Find out how you can donate in your community or find a food pantry near you.