A low-cost grocery service has been operating in Woy Woy since 2024, supporting families and individuals affected by food insecurity.
The People’s Pantry rescues otherwise good groceries from ending up in landfill and resells them at a significantly reduced price.
The service operates from the Yaringaa Building beside Meals On Wheels.
In 2024, 3,302 people used the service and 22,160kgs of food was rescued.
Federal Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid said the service was doing much to help those experiencing food insecurity on the Peninsula and surrounding communities.
“The team is doing an incredible job of rescuing good quality groceries from going to landfill and helping our most vulnerable in our community,” he said.
“At the pantry, visitors are also able to access other supports and wraparound services.
“I want to thank all the volunteers involved and make special mention of Community SOS Central Coast CEO Vivan Muraahi and Food Rescue Project Officer Fiona MacPhail for all the work they do.”
The People’s Pantry is open on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11.30am-2.30pm and is in John Hoare Cl, Woy Woy.
For more information visit www.communitysos.com.au/peoples-pantry, call 4329 4477 or email thepeoplespantry@communitysos.com.au
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