(518) 347-1385
SLDailyBreadFoodPantry@gmail.com
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Mission Statement
The Daily Bread Food Pantry
When we minister to God’s poor ones, we minister to God. In our ministering, we must be aware that we are touching the very God who made them and us. Our words must be gentle, respectful, and kind. Our attitude must be merciful but not one of pity. Nor are we to judge, criticize, or assign blame. Our compassion must be personal so those we serve do not feel themselves a burden, but know themselves to be blessed.
Adapted from St. Luke’s Bulletin
Where Do You Find God?
By Rev. Dominic Isopo-July 10, 2016
The Daily Bread Food Pantry is the second-largest food pantry in Schenectady County. Annually the pantry provides over 100,000 parcels of food to our most vulnerable neighbors.
The pantry is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. It is staffed by volunteers from St. Luke’s and surrounding parishes and other community members. The Food Pantry does not discriminate based on Creed, ethnic background, lifestyle, or color. All who are in need are served.
Funding for The Daily Bread Food pantry is made possible in several ways:
- St. Luke Church monthly food collection – the 2nd weekend of each month – cash donations and food items needed.
- Donations of grocery items and monetary donations from local parishes, agencies, and organizations
- State and Federal grants
- Individual gifts and donations
For food requests, to volunteer, or more information, call (518) 347-1385. (See below for guidelines)
Guidelines and rules:
- NO WALK-INS ALLOWED
- We are open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
- To place an order please call us before 10:00 AM, if you call later we will put you on the list for the next day we are open.
When you call, please leave your name (please spell it), phone number, and date of birth. Our volunteers will return your call, take your order, and schedule a time for you to pick up your food. Please be patient and call only once, it may take a while before we get to you on the list, but we will call you. Please be near your phone to receive our call. We will call you three times, if you are unavailable you will need to call the next day to request food.
You may use the pantry every 28 days, please be sure you have waited long enough before you call.
The first time you use the food pantry you will need to provide proof of identity for you and everyone in the household (photo ID is preferred)
You will need proof you qualify
Proofs include; SSI, SSDI, SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, NYS Benefit card, or income eligible.
Please bring proof of address, we need you to live in Schenectady County (a power bill, insurance bill, or anything addressed to you will do)
“The Daily Bread Food Pantry is an equal opportunity provider.”
St. Luke’s Urban Ministry is involved in several community collaborations focused on creating a healthy environment and hopeful future including:
Schenectady Coalition for a Healthy Community
A coordinated, efficient, and effective way to identify and resolve community health needs with a particular focus on the needs of underserved populations and neighborhoods.