New food pantry launches in East Baton Rouge Parish

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – A new food pantry has launched at the Dr. Leo S. Butler Community Center in East Baton Rouge Parish.

The new pantry was made possible due to a partnership between the community center and the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. The goal is to help families across District 10.

EBR Metro Councilwoman Carolyn Coleman said a growing number of people in District 10 are struggling to get basic needs. She said she hopes the food pantry provides much needed support…

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