Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) A Knoxville food pantry is asking for extra help as it says it’s critically low on several staple items.
The KAPA Kitchen Food Pantry is run by the Knoxville Academy of Medicine Foundation.
“Right now, our need is greater than ever,” said Rob Patrick, Executive Director of the Knoxville Academy of Medicine Foundation. “We’re seeing more families reach out for help, and we simply don’t have enough food to meet the growing demand.”
The announcement comes after Second Harvest Food Bank, which delivers supplies to pantries all across East Tennessee, reported federal cuts had lowered their supply of food.
Specifically, KAPA is asking for:
- Canned meats (chicken, tuna, beef)
- Fresh or frozen meats ( Beef, Chicken )
- Peanut butter and jelly
- Pasta and rice
- Canned fruits and vegetables
- Fresh Fruits and vegetables
- Shelf-stable milk
- Fresh Milk
- Breakfast items (oatmeal, granola bars, cereal)
Those interested in helping out can drop off supplies at one of the kitchen’s locations.
