Lord's Pantry of Downingtown

In addition to regular food distributions, the Pantry also provides meals for each holiday including gifts at Christmas, personal care items and back to school supplies for all of the children. In 2009, the Pantry initiated a Healthy Food Choice Program to provide families with higher quality, fresh foods that are not typically donated by companies or individuals. In 2010, the Pantry started the Benefit Enrollment Assistance Program (BEAP). Pantry volunteers, who have been thoroughly trained, work with clients to determine potential benefits for which they may be qualified, assist in the actual application process and follow-up diligently to ensure they are receiving the help necessary. In 2012, a partnership with nursing students from Villanova and Delaware County Community College was started in which the students conduct cooking demonstrations of healthier foods, check blood pressures and educate families on various health issues.