Community Food Pantry Of Butler

10/23/2026

🍂🦃 Get Ready to Gobble Up Hunger! 🦃🍂

The holiday season is a time for gratitude, family, and sharing with others. Beginning October 26 and continuing through November 20, the Gobble Up Hunger Food Drive will help stock our shelves so local families can enjoy a brighter Thanksgiving season.

We're inviting our friends, neighbors, businesses, churches, schools, and community groups to join us in the fight against hunger by donating nonperishable food items.

📅 Food Drive Dates: October 26 - November 20
📍 Drop-Off Location: Community Food Pantry of Butler
709 W. Ohio St., Butler, MO

Every can, box, and bag donated helps provide meals for families right here in our community. Together, we can make a big difference, one donation at a time.

Let's come together and Gobble Up Hunger this Thanksgiving! 🍁🥫

For more information, call (660) 679-3951.

10/23/2026

🍂 Food Pantry Fact Friday 🍂

The holiday season may still seem a long way off, but for many families, the need for food assistance begins well before Thanksgiving arrives.

As fall progresses, household budgets can become stretched by rising utility costs, school expenses, and preparations for the upcoming holidays. This often leads to an increased demand for food pantry services throughout our community.

At the Community Food Pantry of Butler, we're committed to helping our neighbors through every season. With the support of our donors, volunteers, and community partners, we can provide food and hope to local families when they need it most.

As we head into the busy holiday season, thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of our neighbors across Bates County. Together, we can ensure that everyone has a place at the table. ❤️

🍁🥫🦃✨

10/23/2026

Dock drop Friday!

10/22/2026

🥫🏆 MVP: Most Valuable Pantry Item 🏆🥫

This week's MVP award goes to Canned Tuna!

Why does canned tuna make the roster? It's packed with protein, shelf-stable, versatile, and can be turned into a quick meal in minutes. Whether it's a sandwich, pasta dish, casserole, or salad, canned tuna is a pantry powerhouse that helps stretch meal budgets while providing important nutrition.

For families facing busy schedules and tight budgets, canned tuna is always ready to step up to the plate. 💙

🐟 What's your favorite way to use canned tuna?

Share your recipes and ideas in the comments!

10/22/2026

🎃 More Than Pumpkins Need a Helping Hand This Fall 🎃

This season, while you're decorating porches and enjoying fall festivities, consider giving back to your community.

The Community Food Pantry of Butler is looking for caring volunteers to help us serve local families. No special skills required, just a willing heart and a little time.

🍁 Sort food 🍁 Pack boxes 🍁 Help neighbors 🍁 Make a difference

Interested? Call us at 📞 (660) 679-3951.

Because kindness is always in season.

10/21/2026

🍎 Crunch Into National Apple Day! 🍎

Today we're celebrating one of fall's most beloved fruits... the apple! Whether you enjoy them fresh, baked into a pie, mixed into a salad, or paired with peanut butter for a healthy snack, apples are a delicious and nutritious favorite for all ages.

Did you know apples are packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants? They are a simple way to add a little extra goodness to your day while enjoying the flavors of the season.

What's your favorite way to enjoy apples? 🍏 Share your favorite apple recipe, snack, or fall tradition in the comments!

From all of us at Community Food Pantry of Butler, we hope your day is filled with crisp apples, cozy autumn moments, and plenty of reasons to smile. ❤️

10/21/2026

🤔 Would You Rather...?

For one whole week, would you rather:

🅲 Eat only foods that start with the letter C (corn, carrots, chicken, cheese, cereal... the possibilities are endless!)

🥫 OR

🥫 Eat only foods that come from cans for a week?

Tell us your choice in the comments and explain why! We want to hear your strategy. 😄

At the Community Food Pantry of Butler, we're thankful for every food item that helps feed our neighbors, whether it's fresh, frozen, canned, or starts with the letter C! ❤️

👇 Drop your answer below: 🅲 Team "C Foods" 🥫 Team "Canned Foods"

10/20/2026

🍗✨ Pantry Recipe Spotlight: Paprika Chicken & Rice Bake ✨🍚

Looking for a hearty, family-friendly meal that uses simple pantry staples? This Paprika Chicken & Rice Bake is packed with savory flavor, tender chicken, and perfectly seasoned rice, all baked together in one dish for easy preparation and cleanup!

❤️ Budget-friendly ingredients
❤️ One-pan convenience
❤️ Comfort food the whole family will enjoy
❤️ Great for busy weeknights

Pair it with your favorite vegetable or a simple side salad for a complete meal that's both satisfying and delicious.

At the Community Food Pantry of Butler, we love sharing recipes that help families turn everyday ingredients into comforting meals around the table. If you make this recipe, let us know what you think!

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This one-pot chicken and rice dish is a lifesaver when you need to get food on the table easily and quickly. The dish starts with seasoned chicken thighs seared in a hot pan until golden and succulent. Garlic and onion are cooked in the flavorful pan drippings, then combined with rice, broth, and th...

10/20/2026

🌞🍽️ Dinner, Smiles, and Good Company Await! 🍽️🌞

Make plans for a cheerful evening at Butler Community Café tonight at 5:30 PM at First Christian Church!

Pull up a chair, enjoy a delicious meal, share a few laughs, and connect with neighbors in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Whether it's a familiar face or a new friend across the table, every dinner is a chance to brighten the day.

📍 First Christian Church
🕠 5:30 PM

💛 Good food
😊 Friendly conversation
🌟 A welcoming place for everyone

Come hungry, bring a smile, and enjoy an evening filled with warmth, kindness, and community spirit!

🍽️✨

10/19/2026

🍂🧡 Holiday Hours Are Coming Up! 🧡🍂

As the holiday season approaches, we'd like to let everyone know about a few changes to the Community Food Pantry of Butler schedule for November.

To allow our volunteers and staff time to celebrate Thanksgiving with their loved ones, the pantry will be closed November 23rd through November 27th.

To help make sure our neighbors still have access to services, we will be adding Thursday, November 5th and Thursday, November 19th as additional pantry days.

We are thankful for the opportunity to serve our community and grateful for the support of our volunteers, donors, and clients throughout the year. Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving season filled with warmth, gratitude, and good company. 🍁

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