One in eight Americans face food insecurity nationwide and our community continues to feel its impact*. More and more members of our community are turning to us for help in ensuring they know where their next meal will come from. Our food pantries have seen a continued demand in the last year and the resulting economic impact of our nation continues to bring great need and challenges to our community.

 

In response, we’re pleased to announce that The Neighborhood Food Network has joined forces with the Simply Give by Meijer hunger relief program during this difficult time to help fill that void for our local families.

 

The campaign also fosters a sense of community by encouraging Meijer customers to add a $10 Simply Give by Meijer donation card to their cart at checkout, which is then converted into a Meijer food-only gift card and given to the local food pantry selected by the store.

 

Associated Churches will benefit from donation cards at the 5909 Illinois Road Fort Wayne, IN 46804 Meijer store from Sept. 27 to Dec. 26, 2026.

 

Help us fulfill our mission of feeding the hungry in Fort Wayne and Allen County, by adding a food donation card to your cart during your next shopping trip at Meijer. Tell your friends, relatives, donors, neighbors and co-workers because every dollar makes a difference. Consider adding a Simply Give by Meijer donation card to your basket.

 

And when we give, Meijer gives. For every $10 Simply Give by Meijer donation card a customer adds to their trip on Saturday, Dec. 12, Meijer will DOUBLE match the contribution, meaning they will contribute an additional $20. This means our pantry will receive a total of $30 on those days.

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Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives

of our neighbors in need.