Kuan-Yin’s Food Cupboard
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What Is Kuan-Yin’s Food
Cupboard?
Kuan-Yin’s Food Cupboard was
organized in 2002 by Charlene Hacker of Psychic’s Thyme, Myriah of
Othala Grove Spiritual Center and Linda Hanley of Northeast Council
of W.I.C.C.A. We felt the Greater Rochester area pagan community
needed to have a pagan food pantry for those in need. The food
pantry is named after the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion, Kuan-Yin.
Last year Northeast Council of W.I.C.C.A. took over maintaining,
housing and stocking the pantry.
Where Is It Located?
Casa Bella Luna at 2888 Dewey Avenue in
Rochester, NY.
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Who Is It For?
Pagans in and around the Greater Rochester area who are in need may
come at any time to get non-perishable foods. Pagans who are
experiencing financial difficulties, loss of income, whatever the
circumstances you are welcomed to come and get the food that you need.
There is no application we only ask that you call ahead of your visit so
we are aware that you will be stopping by. Please bring bags or boxes
with you to transport the food. If you know of anyone in the pagan
community who is in need, but they are unable to come by and get food –
please contact Linda at lhanley1@rochester.rr.com or by calling (585)
964-2736 so that arrangements can be made for delivery, or you may pick
up the food for them.
Who Maintains the Cupboard?
Northeast Council of W.I.C.C.A. maintains the food pantry. If you
are interested in donating, please contact Linda at lhanley1@rochester.rr.com
Who Donates the Food?
Northeast Council of W.I.C.C.A. members, people who participate in
Northeast Council of W.I.C.C.A. open Sabbat celebrations and those who
attend Northeast Council of W.I.C.C.A. general membership meetings.
Anyone may donate items for the food cupboard to help pagans in the
Greater Rochester area.
Is There A Limit on What Is Given Out?
No, as long as you don’t “clean out” the pantry. We have an ample supply
on hand.
What Kinds of Foods Do You Have?
We have canned and boxed foods, vegetables, soups, cereals, etc.
What Do We Need for the Pantry?
Non-perishable foods such as rice, macaroni, cereals, etc.;
toiletries; pet supplies (many pagans own animals and they need
food/bedding also); canned goods; laundry supplies; personal hygiene
items; toweling paper; kleenex; etc.
It takes all of us coming together to make a difference in the pagan
community. Show your concern and compassion by donating non-perishable
food items for the pantry.
When and Where Can Items Be Dropped Off?
At any open Sabbat ceremony sponsored by Northeast Council of W.I.C.C.A.
or at any General Membership Meeting. You may also drop items off at
Casa Bella Luna, 2888 Dewey Ave in Rochester, NY.
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