86 Hunger Now

06/02/2026

We’ve all been feeling it at the gas pump but do you know who is so close to that issue that feels the financial squeeze everyday?

The gas station clerks. They earn an average of $11.50 to $14.00 in Brunswick & New Hanover counties.

This evening we assembled bags of groceries - ingredients for a breakfast and for an Italian dinner and dropped them off to every gas station clerk in Leland. We were met with surprise and joy.

Thank you for giving to 86 Hunger Now so we can continue to bring joy to others through food.

05/30/2026

Let’s talk about Community Pantry Sponsorship.

New Site Build Cost $600
- Dig, Set & Cement Post
- Build with treated lumber, hinged door with plexiglass, magnet closures, hook & eye closure, door k**b, roof shingles, welcome sign and paint.

Food Replenishment Cost: $5200 a year.

Fill with practical non-perishables twice a week at a cost of $50 each refill.

If you or your business would like to sponsor one or a part of one, please comment with your contact information.

[email protected]
910-834-4097

Donate Here:

A chef-curated 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to serving high-quality meals to struggling individuals & families who don’t qualify for food assistance. 💚

05/28/2026

Alex just finished replacing the roof on the 8th & Orange Community Pantry. It was perfect timing as it’s raining ☔️ now.

You can have WalMart deliver groceries or any store Instacart right to our porch and we will distribute in the many pantries we service.

5202 Largo Ct 102
Wilmington, NC 28409

05/27/2026

Community Pantries on 5th Ave & 8th/Orange filled last night.

Take what you need, leave what you can.

05/22/2026

Pierogi & Haluski Class
Sat, May 23 6:30p

10% ticket sales Donated to building new community pantries.

https://capefearfoodandwineclub.com/event/step-into-the-flavors-of-poland-with-chef-david-scott/

05/22/2026

Does anyone know who was the organizer of this community box on 8th & Orange was?

The email is no longer valid. The box is is disrepair. We just wanted to be polite and contact the organization or person that established it before we tear it down and replace it. Thanks!

05/20/2026

Who else misses K&W Cafe?

05/18/2026

The US Dept of Agriculture is spending $9 million to destroy 420,000 peach trees. We would love a bushel of peaches to make salsa, jam, bread, pie….how about you?

05/15/2026

Community Pantry over on 5th Ave, right past Castle Street. We patched it up pretty good and it's full of practical food to create a meal. Also some items that can be easily opened and eaten if you are walking or living in the streets.

Would you consider supporting our humble efforts to make sure our neighbors have food?

https://givebutter.com/snB0gU

05/10/2026

We just filled the Community Pantry located downtown on 5th Ave. It’s the one in the right side parking lot of the abandoned UMC Church.

We will be making repairs to it next week as the window is broken out and it’s very dirty. - Saying all that, the food is secure.