Write a commentThe Oswego County Salvation Army Corps offers the Food Sense program of the Central New York Food Bank.
Any residents of the Oswego area who would like to stretch their food dollars may order November Food Sense packages until Noon on Friday, November 8. All Oswego-area residents may use the program. There are no income limitations and no restrictions on the number of items one may buy. Payment in cash or EBT card must accompany the order. Complete size and price information will be available at the time of ordering.
The November package includes pork tenderloins, instant potatoes, whole cranberries, chicken breast, stuffing mix, corn, pollock fillets, turkey gravy, ground beef, sweet potatoes, and two fresh produce items.
November specials at various prices include whole turkey, breaded shrimp, American cheese, Italian meatballs, stuffed shells, and produce box containing onions, apples, carrots, potatoes, celery, sweet potatoes, and winter squash. Specials may be ordered with or without ordering the monthly package.
Orders may be placed in person at the Salvation Army Worship and Service Center, 73 West Second Street, Oswego, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., through Friday, November 8 at Noon. Orders placed by mail must be received by Friday, November 8, with the envelope marked “Food Sense” on the front. Payment by cash, check, or EBT card is accepted. Checks must be payable to The Salvation Army. Mail to The Salvation Army, PO Box 146, Oswego, NY 13126. Orders cannot be taken by phone.
Food orders must be picked up on Thursday, November 21, between 12:00 and 2:00 p.m., upon presentation of the order form.
The Oswego County Salvation Army Corps provides fresh-cooked meals Monday through Friday, 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m., in both Fulton and Oswego, groceries from its food pantries open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, winter garments, and many other services to individuals and families in need throughout Oswego County.
The next and final Guest Chef fundraising dinner for this year will be on Tuesday, November 5, at the Salvation Army Worship and Service Center, 73 West Second Street, Oswego, serving in the dining room or with take-outs 4:30 to 6:00 or until sold out. The dinner will be provided, cooked, and served by Canale’s Restaurant. The building is fully accessible.
Persons wishing to know more about The Salvation Army or to offer voluntary service are invited to call (315) 343-6491 or stop at the office at 73 West Second Street in Oswego, between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
