Shepherd of the Prairie food drive set for May 1

On Sunday, May 1, Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley will hold it next food drive to benefit Grafton Food Pantry from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church, 10805 Main St.

"We are grateful to everyone who has supported our food drive to benefit the Grafton Food Pantry the past few months," said Mike Yndestad, community outreach chairman at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church. "The Grafton Food Pantry is in great need of unexpired items, paper products, personal care items, and cleaning supplies."

Members of the church's Confirmation class will provide assistance with the food collection.

According to Harriet Ford of the Grafton Food Pantry board, "We are in need of unexpired items and paper products such as paper towels and tissues; as well as personal care items, like shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, razors, toothpaste, mouthwash, lotion, razors, and women's personal feminine hygiene products. In addition, we would greatly appreciate receiving cleaning supplies like dish soap, detergent, dishwasher pods or cleaning supplies."

Gift/gas cards are very helpful in assisting Grafton Food Pantry clients.

Monetary donations are welcome and extend the reach to help others. With every $1 donation, the Grafton Food Pantry is able to purchase an equivalent of $8 for food to help those in need.

Checks should be made payable to Grafton Food Pantry.

The Grafton Food Pantry in Huntley serves individuals in need from Huntley, as well as portions of Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, and Crystal Lake.

Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church, under the leadership of Rev. Mark Boster, pastor, has served the Huntley community for over 20 years. Visit www.sotp.org.