The Taylorville Food Pantry is contending with an increase in foot traffic this month compared to April, and the trend is expected to continue.  This adjustment is normal at this time of year with school ending and children no longer receiving meals there.  However, increases in gas prices are straining pocketbooks even further.

Amy Hagen, a co-coordinator at the Taylorville Food Pantry, says despite the increase in demand, their shelves are well stocked. 

Hagen credits the community and outside businesses and organizations for stepping up in the time of need to keep the supply high. 

The increase in visitors from April to May is similar to that of last year.  Pam Moses, another co-coordinator with the Taylorville Food Pantry, says the consistency helps them plan for what’s to come. 

Beyond their walls, the Taylorville Food Pantry has partnered with several local organizations who are now offering micro-pantries in town.  They are located at the Christian County Probation Office and Health Department and the Taylorville Public Library and Township building. 

The co-coordinators learned of the micro-pantries and, understanding they had similar missions, opted to partner with the organizations involved. 

The Taylorville Food Pantry is located at 1429 East Main Cross.  They are open Tuesdays from 8:30-10 a.m., Thursdays from 5:30-7 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m.  More information is available at www.taylorvillefoodpantry.com or by calling them at (217) 820-2651.

Amy Hagen and Pam Moses appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.