Food Pantry
When the household budget will stretch no further, members of the community can turn to the Food Pantry at CAPC for short-term emergency food assistance. Visitors to the pantry are provided with a three-day supply of food which includes a nutritional balance of the major food groups.
The pantry receives financial support from a variety of sources, including the Food Bank of Central NY, the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP), Hunger Prevention Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP), and the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), as well as donations and food drives coordinated by area businesses and individuals. For more information about the Food Pantry, contact Tammy Kitto at 315.782.4900, ext. 257.
Each year, Kevin Fear hosts a food drive at Mattress Express (Arsenal St. Watertown). The drive runs for several weeks, after which Kevin delivers the food to CAPC. This year’s drive brought in more than 3,000 items! Pictured (from left): Kevin Fear and Jared Spaulding, Mattress Express.
Nutritional Outreach and Education Program (NOEP)
The Nutritional Outreach and Education Program is made possible by a grant from Hunger Solutions New York, Inc. Experienced staff provide assistance to Jefferson County residents with the Food Stamp application process and recertification procedures. For more information about NOEP, contact Sharon Bouchard at 315.782.4900, ext. 266.
Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
The Summer Food Service Program provides nutritious meals to children during the summer months when school meal programs are not available. SFSP is made possible by the United States Department of Education with promotional support from the Nutrition Outreach and Education Program. For more information about SFSP, contact MaryJane Mathewson at 315.782.4900, ext. 233.