Christian Service Center goes to roadside service for food pick-ups

Christian Service Center goes to roadside service for food pick-ups
Christian Service Center President Linda Chappelle said the Gulf Shores distribution center has seen an increase in requests for food and they are anticipating additional requests for rent and utility payment assistance in the coming weeks.
“We are screening by telephone and not allowing clients to come in,’’ Chappelle said. “The food pantry puts the food out in grocery carts, and clients load the food into their own cars. The food pantry volunteers then sanitizes the cart.’’
Chappelle added that even while operating with a minimum staff, it is a challenge to maintain social distancing in CSC’s small space.
“We think it will get really busy next week,’’ she said. “We believe clients may have an immediate need for rent or utilities assistance, due to the fact that unemployment and stimulus dollars will not be available by the first of the month or early April.’’
The Christian Service Center is located at 317 Dolphin Ave. in Gulf Shores and is open from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. Monetary and food donations can be dropped off during those hours. Donations can also be mailed to P.O. Box 882, Gulf Shores, AL 36547. Call 251-968-5256 for more CSC info or to schedule an appointment to pick up food.