If you are hungry, there is help available. Journey partners with Red Bank United Methodist Church to provide food 2 times per month. You can learn more about the Red Bank Food Pantry at the link below. Next food distribution: Thursday, May 7th, 11am-1:30pm.

HCBA is collecting food to be distributed among the 3 areas of Chattanooga that health officials call a “food desert”: Alton Park, East Chattanooga and the West Side. These are lower income areas that have fewer close resources for food. You can drop off your donations at HCBA where they will be sorted and delivered to local churches and distribution points. HCBA is located at 4062 South Access Road, Chattanooga, TN. You can contact them at 423-267-3794.

Senior Citizens are some of our most vulnerable members of the community. The City of Chattanooga has requested a number of volunteers to call Seniors to share information about the virus and ensure that we are caring for their needs. There is a 2 step application process to become a volunteer and several resources provided by the United Way to aid in your call.

The Chattanooga Area Food Bank anticipates an additional cost of up to $100,000 every month to cover the growing need caused by coronavirus and the economic impact that will follow.If major food donors like manufacturers or grocers are unable to continue donating food, our costs will grow. We need your help!

• Every $1 helps to provide 4 meals.

The Chattanooga Community Kitchen is also in need of volunteers and donations for food and supplies. They have heavily relied upon older volunteers who are not able to help during this time. If you would like to make a donation or volunteer, you can do so on their website.

The Red Bank Food Pantry is looking for individuals to make encouraging cards that can be distributed with food bags during each food distribution. If you would like to help or would like more information, contact Pastor Mark!