Press release from MANNA FoodBank:
1. Final Distribution Date at WNC Farmers Market – Saturday, October 19, 2024
The last day of distribution at the WNC Farmers Market will be Saturday, October 19, 2024. MANNA is resuming regular distribution operations, delivering much-needed food, water, and supplies to our network of over 220 partner agencies across 16 counties in Western North Carolina.
- Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00PM
- Location: WNC Farmers Market: 570 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC 28806
- Donations: Moving forward, food and supply donations can still be delivered to our new warehouse location: 99 Broadpointe Drive, Mills River, NC 28759
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Donation Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
2. MANNA FoodBank Closed for Inventory and Staff Respite – Monday, October 21, 2024
MANNA FoodBank will be closed on Monday, October 21, 2024, to conduct an inventory in preparation for rebuilding our inventory and ordering system. This closure will also provide a much-needed day of rest for staff who have been working tirelessly to support recovery efforts.
- Closure Date: Monday, October 21, 2024
- Reason: Inventory preparation for new system deployment and staff respite
3. Urgent Baby Supplies Distribution – October 22-24, 2024
To meet the urgent need for baby supplies following the devastation of Hurricane Helene, MANNA FoodBank is organizing a special event to distribute critical baby items to families in need.
- Event Dates: Tuesday-Thursday, October 22-24, 2024
- Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM daily
- Location: WNC Farmers Market: 570 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC 28806
- Items to be Distributed:
- Baby Diapers
- Baby Wipes
- Baby Food
- Baby Formula
- Nursery Water
4. Hurricane Helene Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) Information
Residents of 25 Western North Carolina counties and members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in zip code 28719 who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene may apply for a one-time benefit to help buy food through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must have suffered losses or damages related to Hurricane Helene, such as property damage or loss of income.
- Proof of identity and proof of residency are required, if available.
- Applicants must not already be receiving benefits through Food and Nutrition Services (FNS).
- FNS recipients can receive additional assistance but do not need to fill out a D-SNAP application.
- Certain income and resource limits may apply.
Pre-registration:
Eligible households can pre-register online for assistance starting October 15, 2024 via the ePASS pre-registration tool at epass.nc.gov. After pre-registration, applicants will receive a confirmation number and will need to call 1-844-453-1117 between October 18-24 to complete the application interview.
Residents are encouraged to apply for D-SNAP by phone on their assigned day by last name.
- 10/18 – A-G
- 10/19 – H-M
- 10/20 – N-S
- 10/21 – T-Z
- 10/22 – Open to all
- 10/23 – Open to all
- 10/24 – Open to all
How to Apply (October 18-24, 2024):
- Apply via ePASS, by phone, or in person at designated locations. For more details, visit: NCDHHS D-SNAP Information
MANNA remains committed to supporting our community through these difficult times, and we continue to rely on the generous contributions of donors and volunteers. Please visit mannafoodbank.org for more information or to toward our relief efforts.
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