When Bates County Memorial Hospital physicians Drs. James Miller and William Joyce, Jr. suggested a community food drive at a recent staff meeting, their colleagues immediately embraced the idea. Together, staff from the hospital’s Family Care Clinics and Surgical Clinic volunteered to coordinate the effort, making it easy for the community to give and support both the Food Pantry and Carpenter’s Cup.
With the current government shutdown creating hardship for many
families, both organizations are uncertain how to plan ahead and are concerned
about keeping their shelves stocked.
Community members can help by donating non-perishable food items for
the Food Pantry or Carpenter’s Cup, or by making a monetary donation to
Carpenter’s Cup.
Checks may be made payable to Carpenter’s Cup. Cash or check donations
can be given to:
·
Tricia Cook, High Street Family Care Clinic (706 S. High Street,
Butler)
·
Crystal Dizney, Nursery Street Family Care Clinic (617 W. Nursery
Street, Butler)
·
Carol Stroud, Surgical Clinic (615 W. Nursery Street, 2nd floor,
Butler)
All collected food will be shared between the Food Pantry and
Carpenter’s Cup to help meet local needs.
Every contribution counts. Even a few cans, a box of pasta, or a small
donation can make a real difference. For more information, call 660-200-7102.
