Executive Director’s Blog – "Did You Know?"

Did you know that every other Friday right here in Branford, you can pick up fresh produce for your household — completely free of charge — thanks to a wonderful partnership between CT Foodshare, New Antioch Church, and the Community Dining Room? 

 

It’s true — and it’s all part of the Mobile Food Pantry, held at 65 Burban Drive in Branford from 9:30 to 10:15 AM every other Friday morning. This incredible collaboration brings farm-fresh fruits and vegetables directly to our shoreline community — helping to stretch household budgets at a time when grocery costs continue to rise. 

 

This Mobile Food Pantry is open to everyone — no registration required. We kindly request that you bring your own reusable bags to carry your selections home comfortably. 

The goal is simple: to provide our community with healthy, nutritious options that supplement the wonderful services already offered by local food pantries. Whether you receive regular pantry support or are simply looking to add more produce to your meals, this program is here to help. It’s a practical way to reduce grocery bills while promoting better health for individuals and families alike. 

 

We are proud to partner with CT Foodshare and New Antioch Church to bring this valuable service to our neighbors. Together, we are working to ensure that access to wholesome food is not a privilege, but a right — and that everyone has the opportunity to nourish themselves and their loved ones. 

 

So this July, as summer produce comes into season, we invite you to take advantage of this amazing resource. Join us at 65 Burban Drive — and bring a friend or neighbor along! A simple bag of produce can make a world of difference. 

 

For more information on the Mobile Food Pantry schedule or any of our other community services, visit our website: www.communitydiningroom.org 

 

With gratitude,

Judith Barron

Executive Director

Community Dining Room