Doing it without the benefit of a job or other support is next to impossible. Jodi's husband lost his job, putting a strain on the resources of this family of five.
Food stamps help to supplement their meal budget.
But when he found work again, the family no longer qualified for government help. They had to survive on an income that barely covered expenses. Super pantry is more than a place for people in need to get food stuffs. But beyond the giving of food, Super Pantry addresses some basic causes of hunger and poverty and works with clients to make changes in their lifestyle. They then receive groceries to make those recipes.