Manhattan Neighborhood Food Pantry December Drive-Up Dates

MANHATTAN, IL — There are two dates remaining in 2020 for food supply pickup from the Manhattan Food Pantry. According to the Village of Manhattan, residents that need food supplies can take part in the pantry's drive-up distribution Dec. 7 and 21 at the Manhattan Township Offices, 230 Wabash St.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the village said the food pantry is distributing food in a drive-up format on the above dates, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Everyone is asked to stay in their car and show their driver's license through their window. There will be signs with instructions in the parking lot as you pull up.

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For questions, the village asks that you please contact Manhattan Township at 815-474-8058 or 815-592-2303.

Those looking to help or donate food, items and resources dedicated to the coronavirus relief efforts or anyone looking for support is encouraged to join the Manhattan Strong Illinois Facebook group.

Food donations can be dropped anytime at the large gray wooden box marked "Food Drop," on the north side of the Manhattan Township Building, in the parking lot (230 Wabash St.).

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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 2020, more than 54 million Americans will 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.

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