Ruby's Pantry food distribution set for July 16

By Pioneer Staff Report

Today at 2:08 PM

BEMIDJI 鈥� Ruby's Pantry will offer a mobile food distribution beginning at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, at the Sanford Center, 1111 Event Center Drive NE.

At the event, people can drive up and receive a grocery bundle for a $25 cash donation. Exact change is preferred.

There is no income or residency requirement to receive food. Participants should bring baskets or boxes for shares to be put in their vehicle, a release said.

Pre-pay for shares is available and can be purchased at Pre-payers choose a time slot to pick up their share. The deadline to pre-pay is 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15.

Ruby's Pantry is a nonprofit food ministry that provides affordable groceries to everyone, regardless of income or residency. For more information, email bemidjirubyspantry@gmail.com or visit the Ruby's Pantry - Bemidji, MN

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