By ROD ZOOK
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The next TEFAP commodity distribution in Hutchinson is Sunday, July 25 from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at the former Dillon Living Center, 1901 E. 23rd.
The program, which normally runs every other month, was expanded to a monthly program during the pandemic. Kelly Nelson with Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Hutchinson says for now, the program will continue monthly service through at least the end of the year. The Hutchinson program hands out about 300 boxes of food each month.
The boxes contain canned meat, cheese, eggs, peanut butter and dry goods. Volunteers help pack the boxes for distribution and volunteers are always needed to help with packing. If you would like to help you can contact Nelson at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church at 620-662-8622.
The program is for low-income people of all ages. TEFAP commodities are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and there is no need to pre-register. Those seeking assistance are not allowed to pick up boxes for anyone other than yourself. Please form a single line with your vehicles, making sure not to block driveways and intersections.