A Changing Climate,A Steady Commitment

Over the past 15 years, Worthington Resource Pantry has witnessed significant shifts at every level of government. Leadership has changed, economic conditions have fluctuated, and a global pandemic reshaped daily life. Through it all, our mission has remained the same ensuring that no neighbor goes hungry. As we look ahead, we remain committed to serving and speaking up for those who rely on food assistance and working to protect vital programs that help families make ends meet.

At the state level, we partner with the Human Service Chamber, Mid-Ohio Food Collective, and the Ohio Association of Food Banks in budget advocacy to ensure that funding for food assistance remains a priority. Cuts to key programs like SNAP and Medicaid would only increase the strain on hunger relief networks across the state, including the Worthington Resource Pantry forcing neighbors to make impossible choices between food, medicine, and other basic needs.

Nationally, Congress is debating a budget that could lead to significant cuts to essential programs, including $2 trillion in spending reductions that would directly impact food security and healthcare access for low-income families. Reducing these programs would not only harm individuals but also weaken our local economy. The Senate will soon decide on potential changes to the budget, making this a critical time for advocacy. We will continue to amplify the voices of our neighbors, urging lawmakers to protect programs that keep food on the table. Now more than ever, we must work together to ensure that no one goes hungry.