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Community Resource Information

October 31, 2025

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District OR-1 Public Schools
Community Resource Information: Local Food and Resource Assistance Options

Dear District OR-1 Families,

At District OR-1 Public Schools, we understand that times can be challenging, and we want to ensure our families are aware of local resources that can help meet essential needs. Several community organizations provide food assistance and other supports throughout our area. Below is a list of available programs and upcoming events.

Local Food Bank Resources

1. Mom’s Food Pantry – By Appointment Only
To schedule an appointment, call the Food Bank of Lincoln at (402) 466-8170.
When prompted, enter your zip code to get connected with Mom’s Food Pantry

2. Food Bank of Lincoln at Palmyra
📍 Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church – 955 C Street, Palmyra
🗓️ 2nd Saturday of each month | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

3. Food Bank of Lincoln at Unadilla City Park
📍 Unadilla City Park
🗓️ 1st Friday of each month | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
🚗 Drive-Through Distribution

4. Panama Pantry
📍 205 Pine Street, Panama, NE
🗓️ 3rd Wednesday of each month | 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
📞 Call Kathy Harrop at (402) 450-5284 and leave a voicemail

5. Food Bank of Lincoln at Bethel United Church of Christ
📍 2400 Central Avenue, Nebraska City, NE
🗓️ 2nd Thursday of each month | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

6. Food Bank of Lincoln at Southwood Lutheran Church
📍 4301 Wilderness Hills Blvd, Lincoln, NE
🗓️ 3rd Tuesday of each month | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

7. Food Bank of Lincoln at Waverly Community Center
📍 11120 N 141st Street, Waverly, NE
🗓️ 2nd Friday of each month | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Community Event

Santa’s Overflow
📍 Bennet Legion - 970 Monroe St, Bennet, NE
🗓️ Friday, December 6th | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
🎁 Items available include food, clothing, toys, gifts, and toiletries.

District Support Options

If your family’s financial situation changes, please reach out to your child’s school building. You may be eligible for:

• Free or Reduced Lunch Program

• District OR-1 Backpack Program (provides food items for students to take home over weekends)

We are here to support you. For assistance or more information about these programs, please contact your child’s appropriate school.

Thank you for being an important part of our school community.

Warm regards,
District OR-1 Public Schools