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Food bank outlines eligibility, distribution and volunteer needs; serves about 750–800 residents monthly
Summary
Andy Rose, director of the Dickinson County Food Bank, briefed the board on eligibility rules, operating hours and volunteer needs; the food bank distributes about 450–500 boxes per month and serves roughly 750–800 individuals.
Andy Rose, director of the Dickinson County Food Bank, briefed the Dickenson County Board of Supervisors on the food bank’s intake process, eligibility rules, distribution schedule and volunteer needs.
Rose said the food bank uses a self‑declaration income form and lists qualifying criteria that include participation in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Medicaid for a single household, Supplemental Security Income, or free/reduced school lunch. For households not covered by those programs, Rose said the food bank uses a monthly income threshold: a single‑person household earning $3,138 or less would qualify, with approximately $1,100 added for each additional household member.
The food bank distributes about 450–500 boxes monthly and estimates it serves 750–800 individuals countywide. The food bank’s physical address was given as 1286 Browning Hollow, with a mailing address cited in the presentation; Rose asked for volunteers and directed residents to the food bank’s Facebook page or the department of social services for referrals. A supervisor thanked staff and commissioners for assisting with a recent drop‑off and praised the food bank’s organization.
The board did not take action on the item; the presentation was informational and included a brief question period.
