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Volunteer urges council to help publicize food pantry that serves roughly 300 families weekly
Summary
Aaron Daniel O'Neil told the council he volunteers at the Ray of Light Lutheran Church pantry and asked for ideas to increase awareness and support; he said the pantry helps about 300 families weekly in La Porte.
Aaron Daniel O'Neil, a Ray of Light Lutheran Church volunteer, addressed the council during public comment to raise awareness about hunger in La Porte and the food pantry’s work.
"Every week, the pantry helps feed roughly 300 families," O'Neil said, describing clients that include working families in uniforms and seniors on fixed incomes who must choose between groceries and medication. He asked council members for suggestions to spread the word about pantry services and to help the outreach effort. City staff noted they will follow up with the volunteer to identify possible assistance or coordination opportunities.
