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Plant new roots with NLCP

If you’ve visited the North Liberty Community Pantry somewhat regularly over the past 4 years, you have likely noticed that the place seems busier than it did pre-pandemic. Since 2019, our warehouse space has struggled to accommodate the generous food deliveries from our friends at Table to Table, HACAP, and others. However, the demand from the community causes our stock to run out quickly. Because of our lack of space, it has become harder to meet the needs of our community.

Timeline

Building Rendering

Current Warehouse

The need for more space is apparent!

Sheathing

External construction continues.

Building Rendering

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Since 2021, we have grown to serve more than 1,100 unique families throughout Johnson County. Many of these families shop in person, and several use our Grocery Delivery Service. We’ve increased the amount of food distributed by 153% and have seen a 662% increase in clothing distributed. We made 2,191 deliveries, which is a 285% increase over last year. Neighbors of the Pantry love this service, and we’d love to bring it to more families as we keep growing.

"I’m on oxygen and just got out of a nursing home so it’s wonderful to have Grocery Delivery. I don’t know how I’d survive without you. You do more for me than you know.”

To make sure we can continue to serve our growing community, we need more space. We are seeking donations and collaborators to help us build a new pantry! The proposed plan features over 10,500 square feet of usable space for a large warehouse, a roomy shopping area, a waiting lounge, and better accommodations for volunteers and staff. More details will be published as the campaign moves forward, but we are so excited to share this opportunity with you.

Questions about the project? Contact Ryan Bobst, Executive Director, at ryan.bobst@nlcpantry.org.