Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry
"For I was hungry, and you gave me food, I was thirsty, and you gave me drink, a stranger, and you welcomed me." (Matt 25:35)
The Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry (ACF) serves everyone in Arnaudville and the surrounding area. With the ACF we’re collectively striving to empower love of neighbor, tackle food insecurity, and support those in our community who are hungry, thirsty, and alone. Because the ACF is always open, everyone has the opportunity to give and receive care through donations and pick-ups any time day or night. You won’t find anyone there to receive your donation or distribute food. Instead, the ACF is self-service. Donate and help yourself to whatever is available. Don’t be shy, cher! Please be mindful of others who use the ACF by taking only what you need and by maintaining organization and cleanliness. Remember, the goals and work of the ACF are achieved through a community effort of mutual respect, responsibility, and love of neighbor. With your donations, please feel free to include prayer cards, drawings from kids, and friendship letters so that our Lord's light and warmth can shine through you. Once you’ve made a donation, please consider making an anonymous post on our Facebook page (coming soon) so others know what’s available.
What can you donate to the Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry?
At the Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry (ACF) you’ll find a refrigerator, standing freezer, and cabinet for non-perishable foods (such as canned foods, rice, beans, etc.) The fridge and freezer can receive anything you would normally put in your home fridge and freezer which includes prepared and cooked meals. If you donate prepared and cooked meals, please label them with the name of the meal, the date of donation, and common allergy ingredients (such as peanuts, shellfish, etc.). To ensure the health and safety of those who consume donations, we ask that you do not donate any expired foods, even if they are usually considered non-perishable. To ensure fresh meats don’t spoil, please label all fresh meats with the date of donation (and the name if it’s otherwise unclear) and place them in the standing freezer. You’re also welcome to donate hygiene items such as soap, shampoo, and toiletries. To avoid contamination and misuse, please do not donate household items that contain chemicals (such as cleaning solutions, etc.). If you see anything in the ACF that doesn’t belong, please remove it. If you notice the ACF requires maintenance or cleaning, please contact the parish office at (337) 754-5912. If you find an illegal or dangerous substance or item in the ACF, do not touch it, and immediately contact the Arnaudville Police Department at (337) 754-5911.
Where is the Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry located?
The Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry is located in Arnaudville near the old convent on Main Street. From St. Francis Regis Church, head north (toward the cemetery) on Main St., then turn right onto Camp Street. You’ll notice these two large signs pointing you in the right direction. If you cross Guidroz/Front St. you’ve gone too far. Turn around, cher!
Who can use the Arnaudville Community Fridge and Pantry?
Anyone and everyone in Arnaudville and the surrounding areas! St. Francis Regis Catholic Church hosts the location, but you do not have to be Catholic or a parishioner to use the ACF. Anyone and everyone can donate, and if you’re hungry or thirsty, then you can take from it.