Scouts Food Donations to Shepherd’s Pantry

Rochester Troop 31 delivered food donations they have been collecting all month to Shepherd’s Pantry in Acushnet for Thanksgiving. November was Scouting for Food Month and Troop 31 Scouts and Leaders take this type of community service very seriously. This year they will be extending Scouting for Food to December as well!  The Troop has been providing many years of annual support to local organizations such as the Rochester Lions Club, helping them pack holiday meal bags for tri-town seniors and families in need each November and December. 

            This year they decided to make an even greater impact in their intentions to help people with their efforts, by collecting food donations for the Shepherd’s Pantry located at the Long Plain United Methodist Church in Acushnet for Thanksgiving and Christmas, extending scouting for food month through December. An effort spearheaded by David Andrews, Troop Chaplain, leader, and scout father to Eagle Scout, Jacob Andrews, who are both dedicated members to both their scout troop and church congregation.

            “It’s amazing to see how much of a difference you can really make in peoples lives by providing food to those who have fallen on hard times,” said Mr. Andrews. who has been a long-time volunteer at Shepherd’s Pantry.

            After collecting food throughout the month of November in a drop-box at the Plumb Memorial Library, scouts and leaders delivered the generous donations to Shepherd’s Pantry where they were greeted by Darryl Gifford, Long Plain United Methodist Church Board of Directors Representative.

            The Scouts were given a tour of the Pantry and learned that anyone in need is welcomed to stop by on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am to receive food. They are currently in great need of diapers and baby food, as well as, non-perishable food donations. Volunteer help during this time is also always sincerely welcomed.

            Troop 31 will continue to collect food donations through Christmas time to continue their support the far-reaching efforts of Shepherd’s Pantry, serving families from all over the area.

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