Cupboard at Calvary
ABOUT THE CUPBOARD
The Cupboard at Calvary food pantry (The Cupboard) is a mission of Calvary United Methodist Church (CUMC). The Cupboard at Calvary United Methodist Church underwent a change in sponsorship and name in February of 2010. This pantry has been operating at Calvary United Methodist Church since March, 2008, when it was accepted as a member agency of the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (CPFB). The Cupboard currently serves a client base which may number from 88 to 130 families in a single regularly-scheduled distribution. All of the Cupboard's activities, including its twice-monthly, year-round distributions, are handled by a large number of dedicated volunteers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Cupboard is located at Calvary United Methodist Church, 4700 Locust Lane, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Please use the entrance on the back side of the building – along Constitution Avenue.
As of July 1, 2010, we serve those who live in our service area which is defined as the 17109, 17111, and 17112 zip codes.
Dates: Second and fourth Thursday of each month, except when a nationally recognized or church holiday falls on or very close those days. In such instances, distribution will be on Tuesday of the week of distribution.
Hours: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Note: Inclement weather closings are based on a decision by the oversight committee and are communicated to local radio and TV stations.
An adult must be present to register either an individual or family. Clients must provide identification with name and address. If there are children under 18 in the household, please bring each child's birth certificate or passport.