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Womans Little Free Pantry Offers Food, Personal Hygiene Items to Those in Need
Key Excerpts from Article on Website of ABC News
Posted: January 16th, 2017
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Jessica McClard, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, had always been intrigued by the recent trend of Little Free Libraries, which shed notice popping up quite frequently in her neighborhood. But then she thought about how she could expand the idea into something more. Thats how The Little Free Pantry was born. She built what she believes to be is the first Little Free Pantry, stocked with canned goods, toiletries and paper goods. Her idea has taken off with huge success. I check on it about once every day because its at the church, McClard told ABC News of the small structure located in front of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Fayetteville. The items that fly off the shelves the fastest are simple goods that can make a world of difference to someone in need. Personal hygiene items for sure, she explained. Deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, diapers, feminine hygiene products, paper goods are great too, paper towels and toilet paper. I get asked about high temperatures and whether food could really spoil, but the turnover rate is so high its never been a problem. The Little Free Pantry isnt just used for the normal, everyday items. Shes noticed people stocking it with school supplies for children, and even was delighted to find it decorated for Memorial Day. I feel like theres some community ownership over it, and thats exciting. More than anything, McClard hopes that her Little Free Pantry helps someone who may be in a tight spot and to let them know theyre not alone.
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