Fillmore, NY – When the Allegany County Democrats met for “Coffee with Democrats” on Saturday, March 14^th in Fillmore, they collected bags and bags of non-perishable food and personal care items to be donated to the Fillmore Community Food Pantry, located at the United Methodist Church.

According to Pantry coordinator Sharon Smith, “We’re very appreciative of this donation.  We serve between 80 and 100 families a month, including senior citizens and mothers of small children. We are the area’s only emergency pantry, and every donation matters.” 

The Fillmore Community Food Pantry is located at 25 Minard St. in Fillmore and is open the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays of the month from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  They are specifically seeking donations of canned goods – soups, fruit, vegetables, meats, and prepared meals – to keep their shelves stocked. For more information, please call 585-468-0187 or email sharonsmith04@yahoo.com.