Another drive-thru food pantry is coming to the Norcross branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library thanks to a partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank.
The food bank first hosted a drive-thru pantry at the Norcross branch on July 7. They’ll return on Tuesday, July 21.
Volunteers will bring the packages of food to people’s cars, placing them in the trunk or back seat when possible to minimize person-to-person contact. The packages will have a mix of shelf-stable goods and up to 20 lbs. of fresh produce.
No pre-registration is required and the food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a limit of one package per vehicle, and those picking up should stay in their cars.
The coronavirus pandemic has led to millions of people losing their jobs and food insecurity spiking across the country. The Atlanta Community Food Bank and other organizations focused on helping feed people have organized drive-thru pickups like this so people can get food while minimizing contact with others.
The drive-thru will operate from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 21. The Norcross branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library is located at 6025 Buford Highway.
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