Oxford, MS Food Pantry Prepares for Demanding Holiday Season

Across the United States, millions are dealing with many questions like "Will I have a job tomorrow?", "Can I pay all my bills?", and most important "Can I feed my family?". Due to a failing economy, unemployment along with rising food prices prompted many for eligibility to receive help. All recipients must meet federal and state low-income requirements to receive food.


In the past year, Mississippians who rely on the food pantry have largely increased. During the holiday season, food pantries usually receive a surplus, but this year, many pantries are in need like many of it's users.

In some ways, running a food pantry has never been more difficult. In fact, many pantries across the country have had to close doors due to a lack of donations.

Holiday season has arrived. Between the Memphis Food Bank, the USDA in Jackson, MS and many other sources, the Food Pantry in Lafayette County has been very fortunate in their donations in this time of need. Erin Pollock reports.