The Pantry In The News
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Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: A Feature on the Student Action Council (SAC)
The Pantry's SAC spreads awareness of the prevalence of food insecurity throughout Northern Westchester, as well as engages high school students who are passionate about the issue of hunger.
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Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry rebrands as 'The Pantry'
Read about the brand “refresh” in Tom Walogorsky’s reporting for Halston Media Group, covering the transition from the Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry to The Pantry.
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Volunteers Are At The Heart of The Pantry
Thanks to writer Herb Foster for highlighting The Pantry’s dedicated volunteers in the August 1, 2025 issue of The Recorder. As he writes, “The Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry distributes enough food to feed 700 families—about 2,000 people—each week, thanks to its many hardworking volunteers.
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Fighting Summer Hunger
As school meals pause for the summer, many families face new challenges in keeping their children fed. Learn more in recent features by local reporters covering The Pantry’s efforts to fight food insecurity.
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Local Pantries Face Rising Need Amid Funding Uncertainty
Description goes hereFood pantries across Westchester County are grappling with rising costs, uncertain federal funding, and growing demand — with two in five residents at risk of hunger. While the county has allocated $700,000 in COVID-19 relief funds to support these efforts, organizations like The Pantry remain concerned about sustaining services amid funding cuts.
Larry Epstein’s article in The River Journal (April 30, 2025)
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Fighting Hunger in the Hudson Valley
News 12 featured The Pantry on March 27, 2025, highlighting how the community is coming together to fight hunger across the Hudson Valley.
"We are here to feed people," explains Trina Ward Fontaine, Executive Director of The Pantry. That simple yet powerful comment opens the February 6, 2025, article in The Mt. Kisco Bedford Times. She continues to say later in the article, "Here you know you're making an impact." Read more and experience A Look Inside The ...Pantry, written by Tom Walogorsky, Editor of the publication by clicking the link:
A look inside The Pantry | Halston Media, NY News TAPinto | Halston Media
A heartfelt thank you to the Halston Media team for capturing the essence of what we do at The Pantry and also featuring this story in their print editions of the North Salem News and Katonah-Lewisboro Times. Their coverage highlights the critical reality that hunger and food insecurity persist—even in so-called "wealthy communities."
Food insecurity is a complex issue that affects many individuals and families, including our neighbors in Northern Westchester, who face daily challenges in accessing nutritious meals. The article “Food for Thought,” featured in the November-December 2024 issue of Connect to Northern Westchester magazine, addresses this important topic. As Trina Ward Fontaine, the ED of The Pantry states in the article, food insecurity impacts people in two ways. “One way is the physical aspect of not having enough food and properly nutritious food to feed your family,” she explains. “The other is the mental aspect of food insecurity, including worrying that you won’t have enough food to feed your family.” Ms. Fontaine noted that “post-pandemic statistics show food insecurity directly affects over 2,000 individuals in our area.” Thanks to Connect's staff for including us in this issue. Read the full article here:
https://connecttomag.com/food-for-thought/
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The Pantry Featured in Westchester Magazine
On a recent rainy morning, women, men, and children lined up outside the United Methodist Church in the heart of Mount Kisco — ready to grocery shop at The Pantry. The price? Zilch.
Read more in Westchester Magazine’s September 5, 2024 online article.
The author captures the essence of The Pantry with creativity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the grassroots experience.
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News 12 Interviews Executive Director About “Pack the Pantry for Everyone” Fundraiser
The Pantry’s Executive Director, Trina Ward Fontaine, was interviewed by News 12 about the Second Annual “Pack the Pantry for Everyone” Basketball Tournament Fundraiser. The event, led by Horace Greeley teens, raises funds to provide allergy-free foods so that all Pantry patrons have access to safe, nutritious options.
Watch the News 12 interview here.
Learn more about the “Pack the Pantry for Everyone” Basketball Tournament Fundraiser.
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News 12 Interviews Executive Director at Teen Musical Fundraiser
The Pantry’s Executive Director, Trina Ward Fontaine, was interviewed by News 12 during a musical performance by talented teens. The event was organized to raise awareness about food insecurity in northern Westchester communities.