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According to 2018 records of the Ada Food Pantry, use has declined over the past four years, and the pantry board considers that to be a positive sign for the community.

The accompanying chart shows individuals served by the non-profit Ada organization each month going back to 2011.

Blue: is the average monthly count averaging the years 2011-2015.

Red: is the actual number served in 2016.

White: is the actual number served in 2017.

Grey: is the actual number served in 2018.

Based upon the chart, the food pantry in January 2011 to 2015  averaged serving over 200 persons.That compares to January 2018 when it dipped to 100 persons.

The 2018 lowest month number served was February with 75 served. The 2018 highest month was October with approximately 120 served.

According to Jack Duffy, pastor of First Baptist Church, Ada, the Ada Food Pantry board meets quarterly or more depending on the need. The board is comprised of members from Ada churches that support the pantry.

Click here for the food pantry’s Facebook.