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Our food pantry is regularly stocked by our Director of The Giving Tree and from generous donations from grants, church members, and individuals from the community and beyond. Residents from New Baden or New Memphis may fill out an application at the Zion UCC Office to use the Food Pantry monthly. From June until August, we host a summer food program for families with children who need extra assistance during the summer months. Non-residents may be permitted to use the pantry under special circumstances. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62686278b9ef2f2b43ea1a6c/54ffeec5-8fbc-4718-a681-47f28eadea76/clothing+pantry.jpg Community - Clothing Pantry Every Tuesday, our clothing pantry is open to the general public for anyone in need of clothing, shoes, jackets, small household items, and more! 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