“If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.”
― Chinese Proverb
Reminders for July 8
Farmers to Families Food Box Distributions
Information about the July and August Farmers to Families food box distributions will be shared on our website, Facebook page, and Twitter feed in the next day or so with the scheduled distribution days, locations, and how to register!
Help Us Spread the Word!
Do you have a friend, family member, or neighbor in town that could use a little assistance? Please help us spread the word so we can reach as many community members as possible. We post updates and information on our website, Facebook, Twitter, and/or via email. To receive updates via email, you can subscribe to our blog posts on our website.
Food Shelf Clients (Old and New)
The Food Shelf will continue to be open ONLY on Wednesdays from 12 Noon to 6 PM. Please note:
- Before heading to the Food Shelf, please ensure you have room in the trunk of your car or the back of your SUV.
- When you arrive at the Food Shelf, please remain in your car and form a single line to the side door.
- If you are new to the Food Shelf, please bring proof of residency (E.g., utility bill, insurance bill, mortgage/lease). Unfortunately, a driver’s license cannot be used for proof of residency.
Looking to Donate?
Thank you again for your continued support and generosity! If you are looking to donate to the Food Shelf, just a quick reminder that we are asking that donations be dropped off when the Food Shelf is open on Wednesdays only between 12 Noon to 6 PM so that our volunteers are available to process the donations. When dropping off donations, please park at Union Memorial School. You will find a container in front of the school building. If Mother Nature if providing some much-needed rain, the donation bin will be located under the covered area at the front of the school.
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
We encourage you to sign up to receive updates from the Colchester Food Shelf via email. To sign up, please visit the Colchester Food Shelf website (https://colchesterfoodshelf.org/), scroll to the bottom, and complete the “Stay Informed” box to sign up to receive updates directly in your email inbox. If you don’t see the form, please click “What’s New” from the top navigation and then scroll to the bottom to find the “Stay Informed” form.
Need help adding your name to our mailing list or have other questions? Please email us at info@colchesterfoodshelf.org.
Stay well!
Reminders for July 1
Help Us Spread the Word!
Do you have a friend, family member, or neighbor in town that could use a little assistance? Please help us spread the word so we can reach as many community members as possible. We post updates and information on our website, Facebook, Twitter, and/or via email. To receive updates via email, you can subscribe to our blog posts on our website.
Food Shelf Clients (Old and New)
The Food Shelf will continue to be open ONLY on Wednesdays from 12 Noon to 6 PM. Please note:
- Before heading to the Food Shelf, please ensure you have room in the trunk of your car or the back of your SUV.
- When you arrive at the Food Shelf, please remain in your car and form a single line to the side door.
- If you are new to the Food Shelf, please bring proof of residency (E.g., utility bill, insurance bill, mortgage/lease). Unfortunately, a driver’s license cannot be used for proof of residency.
Looking to Donate on July 1?
Thank you again for your continued support and generosity! If you are looking to donate to the Food Shelf, just a quick reminder that we are asking that donations be dropped off when the Food Shelf is open on Wednesdays only between 12 Noon to 6 PM so that our volunteers are available to process the donations. When dropping off donations, please park at Union Memorial School. You will find a container in front of the school building. If Mother Nature if providing some much needed rain, the donation bin will be located under the covered area at the front of the school.
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
We encourage you to sign up to receive updates from the Colchester Food Shelf via email. To sign up, please visit the Colchester Food Shelf website (https://colchesterfoodshelf.org/), scroll to the bottom, and complete the “Stay Informed” box to sign up to receive updates directly in your email inbox. If you don’t see the form, please click “What’s New” from the top navigation and then scroll to the bottom to find the “Stay Informed” form.
Need help adding your name to our mailing list or have other questions? Please email us at info@colchesterfoodshelf.org.
Stay well!
Struggling to Access Food? Check Out These Resources
Are you or someone you know struggling to access food? We added a list of available resources to the “Get Help” section of our website. We have also included the list of resources below in the “Additional Resources” section for easy access.
Farmers to Families Food Box Program Update
The Farmers to Families Food Box program is taking a short break in food distributions between now and July 3rd. During this time they are preparing for the next phase which will run during July and August.
Colchester School District Free Summer Meals Update
Colchester School District is providing free summer meals to children throughout Colchester. The program will run from June 23rd to August 14th. For more information, please visit the Colchester School District COVID-19 Information page and scroll down to the “Summer Meal Delivery Information” section.
Additional Resources
- 3SquaresVT: Has your household lost pay? Have your childcare expenses increased? 3SquaresVT is here for you and your family. You could be eligible to receive a 3SquaresVT benefit or increase the benefit you already receive. We can help you apply. Visit the Foodbank’s 3SquaresVT page, email 3svt@vtfoodbank.org, call 1-855-855-6181, or text VFBSNAP to 85511.
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC): WIC gives you access to healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, and breastfeeding support. If you’re pregnant, a caregiver, or a parent with a child under five, WIC is right for you! To find out more and apply visit https://www.healthvermont.gov/family/wic or text VTWIC to 85511.
- Find a Food Shelf: The Vermont Foodbank partners with 215 food shelves, meal sites, senior centers, homeless shelters, and out of school programs across the state. Find a site close to you through the Vermont Foodbank’s food shelf listings.
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP): The CSFP is a federal nutrition program that offers free monthly nutrition information and nutritious foods to income-eligible older adults. Learn more at vtfoodbank.org/csfp.
- 2-1-1: The Vermont 2-1-1 database contains detailed descriptions of programs and services available to Vermonters that are provided by local community groups, social service and health-related agencies, government organizations, and others.
- Meal Programs for Older Vermonters: For more information about meals for older adults, please call the Helpline at 1-800-642-5119.
- Additional Resources: Visit vtfoodbank.org/gethelp
We will continue to update you as we get additional information and/or resources. Additional information can also be found on Front Porch Forum, the Colchester Food Shelf website, and on the Colchester Food Shelf Facebook page.
Stay well!
Looking to Donate on June 24?
Thank you for the continued support and generosity! The Colchester Food Shelf is able to help the Colchester community because of your support!
Looking to Donate on June 24?
At this time, we ask that donations be dropped off when the Food Shelf is open on Wednesdays only between 12 Noon to 6 PM so that our volunteers are available to process the donations. When dropping off donations, please park at Union Memorial School. You will find a container in front of the school building. If Mother Nature does not cooperate, the donation bin will be located under the covered area at the front of the school.
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
Stay well!
Reminders for June 24
Help Us Spread the Word!
Do you have a friend, family member, or neighbor in town that could use a little assistance? The Colchester Food Shelf is here to help! Please help us spread the word so we can reach as many community members as possible. We post updates and information on our website, Facebook, Twitter, and/or via email. To receive updates via email, you can subscribe to our blog posts on our website.
Food Shelf Clients (Old and New)
The Food Shelf will continue to be open ONLY on Wednesdays from 12 Noon to 6 PM. Please note:
- Before heading to the Food Shelf, please ensure you have room in the trunk of your car or the back of your SUV.
- When you arrive at the Food Shelf, please remain in your car and form a single line to the side door.
- If you are new to the Food Shelf, please bring proof of residency (E.g., utility bill, insurance bill, mortgage/lease). Unfortunately, a driver’s license cannot be used for proof of residency.
Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
We encourage you to sign up to receive updates from the Colchester Food Shelf via email. To sign up, please visit the Colchester Food Shelf website (https://colchesterfoodshelf.org/), scroll to the bottom, and complete the “Stay Informed” box to sign up to receive updates directly in your email inbox. If you don’t see the form, please click “What’s New” from the top navigation and then scroll to the bottom to find the “Stay Informed” form.
Need help adding your name to our mailing list or have other questions? Please email us at info@colchesterfoodshelf.org.
Stay well!