KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – A little over a year ago, the Presbyterian, United Methodist and Unitarian Universalist churches in Kelseyville saw a need to help to feed the hungry.

They joined forces to distribute bags of food from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month using the Methodist church as their distribution point.

The first time they distributed food, there were only three families served. Last week there were 252 individuals served with 76 bags of groceries.

Each week several volunteers work to restock the pantry. When they arrived this week they found that someone had stolen: 20 boxes of cereal, one case of soup, 26 cans of Chef Boyardee, 24 cans of chicken, beef stew and chicken and dumplings.

Pantry volunteers said it’s a shame that some people would steal the items when the pantry gladly gives food to those in need.

If you are in need of food on a day other than a food giveaway, each of the churches can provide a bag for you; call 707-279-1104.