Saranac Lake Interfaith Food Pantry
Our Mission
Our mission was, is, and will be to provide those in need with emergency supply of food: for those who work but are unable to meet all their needs, as well as for those on some form of public assistance.
To this end, the pantry serves all who reside within the Saranac Lake Central School District (Saranac Lake, NY).
Donate
Your generous donation helps our nonprofit support the local community.
Make Checks payable and mail to:
Saranac Lake Interfaith Food Pantry
P.O. Box 532
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Volunteer
Whether a short-term event, project, or longer-term commitment, we welcome you to join the effort.
To volunteer, please contact (518) 891-7325 or
Email: slifpslny@gmail.com
Hours of Operation
The pantry is open every Saturday (except the last Saturday in December each year) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon or by appointment.
How does it work?
The first time a person from a household requests assistance, a form is completed. There are no other requirements or criteria.
An emergency box (3-day supply of food per person) is provided once a month.
Weekly, customers may “glean”. Gleaning items are surplus items such as bread, yogurt, fresh produce, etc. Gleaning comes from a variety of sources: grocery and convenience stores, organizations and individuals.
Board of Directors
- Rev. Joann White, President
- Dawne Pietras, Vice-President
- Scott Smith, Treasurer
- Pamela Martin, Secretary
- Anne Cooney, Board Member and Pantry Manager
- Beatrice Beguin, Board Member
- Lidia C. O’Kelly, Board Member
- Mary Beth Pelletieri, Board Member
- Morgan Smith, Board Member
- Julie Weinstein, Board Member
Other Opportunities:
Cogan Haig Memorial Scholarship
The Cogan Haig Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019. The scholarship celebrates the spirit of neighborly care and compassion embodied by Martha Cogan and Margaret Haig, who were instrumental in the founding of the Saranac Lake Interfaith Food Pantry. An award in the amount of $1,000.00 is presented annually to a graduating senior for continuing studies at an accredited college or trade school.
Preference will be given to the student who:
- Has demonstrated financial need
- Has a track record of care, compassion, and neighborliness
- Is among the first in their family to seek higher education
- Has experience with the Saranac Lake Interfaith Food Pantry
How to apply:
The award is to be made at the discretion of the Saranac Lake High School guidance office and the SLIFP Board of Directors. The payment is to be made through the Saranac Lake High School guidance office. The award is to be announced at graduation.
Students may complete the high school’s Scholarship information Sheet.
Deadline: First Week of April.
NOTE: The Scholarship is renewable with academic success and at the request of the student and the discretion of the Food Pantry Board of Directors.
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