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Needles awards $6,000 in edible‑food recovery grants to three local nonprofits
Summary
Council approved distributing the city's 2025 edible food recovery grant (total $6,000) among Firehouse Ministries, Set Free Church and St. Vincent de Paul after hearing how previous funds were used for refrigeration, vehicle upkeep and distribution.
The council approved the allocation of the 2025 edible food recovery grant, totaling $6,000, to local nonprofits that perform food‑recovery and distribution work for Needles residents.
City staff confirmed three eligible nonprofit applicants—Firehouse Ministries (represented by Pastor Jim Jones), Set Free Church (Pastor Marty) and St. Vincent de Paul (represented by George)—and summarized how last year’s funds were used for refrigeration, truck maintenance and food distribution. Firehouse Ministries said prior funds supported fuel, maintenance of service vehicles and walk‑in refrigeration; the organization reported increased demand and a roughly 30% rise in patronage. Each nonprofit described continuing community need and asked for support.
Council voted to award the funds; the transcript shows approval by roll call but does not record a detailed split in the public record. Councilmembers expressed support for splitting funding equitably among the providers but also asked staff to verify service levels if they should adjust allocations based on demonstrated need.
