Serving Morrow County Residents with Food and Compassion

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Many in Morrow County do not have enough food to live active, healthy lives. Founded in August 2010, the Cardington Community Food Pantry helps feed many families and individuals with food assistance.

In 2018, a total of 4,578 families (or 12,968 individuals) were served. A total of 173,790 meals were provided to those individuals.

Offering a mix a mix of non-perishable products, frozen meats, dairy products, fresh produce and an assortment of bread, the Cardington Community Food Pantry food pantry relies on local churches, organizations, and individuals contributing funding, time, and food donations to serve those who need assistance. With monetary donations, the pantry is able to purchase food from Mid-Ohio Foodbank to keep the pantry shelves stalked!

Located at Cardington First United Methodist Church,
300 S. Marion St., the food pantry is open every Wednesday
9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The pantry serves Morrow County residents and residents of the Cardington School District in Marion County. Clients may visit the food pantry once per month.
  - If Morrow County is under a level 2 or 3 weather emergency,
    the Pantry will be closed.
  - Please note the Pantry will be closed on the following days: January 1, April 29, July 29, September 30, November 25, and December 30.

Produce Markets, open to all families from Central Ohio, will be held at the Cardington First United Methodist Church, 300 S. Marion St, on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Please park in the rear of the church and enter in the side sanctuary door. To qualify, families must be at or under the 200% Poverty Guidelines.