Empty church space becomes food pantry flourishing for Sarasota families in need

The Brief

  • In 2017, St. Thomas More Catholic Church’s pastor came up with an idea to turn an unused area into help for the community.
  • Every Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Twelve Baskets Food Pantry opens its doors for those who need food.
  • The food pantry is set up as a shopping experience for visitors. Donations are needed on a weekly basis.

SARASOTA, Fla. Eight years ago, an idea to transform extra space at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Sarasota, turned into a project that continues to help the community today.

The backstory:

That space became the Twelve Baskets Food Pantry. Over the years, the need has grown.

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