Local congregations strengthen the county’s hunger‑relief network
By BC News Staff Writer
Churches and interfaith ministries across Brunswick County continue to anchor the region’s hunger‑relief efforts, offering dependable access to groceries, produce, and emergency food support. These programs operate year‑round and serve as a lifeline for families navigating financial strain, unexpected hardship, or ongoing food insecurity.
In the Shallotte area, long‑established church partnerships form one of the county’s most active assistance hubs.
St. Brendan’s Catholic Church – Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, located at 5101 Ocean Hwy W, Shallotte, distributes food every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to noon. The church office can be reached at 910.754.8544 for general inquiries.
Nearby, the South Brunswick Interchurch Council – The Lord’s Food Pantry, at 3610 Express Drive, Shallotte, serves families on Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Questions may be directed to 910.754.4766.
Camp United Methodist Church, at 4807 Main St, Shallotte, offers a Saturday pantry from 10:00 a.m. to noon and partners with local soup kitchen efforts; the church office number is 910.754.4840.
Central Brunswick’s network is strengthened by Brunswick Family Assistance, headquartered at 929 Old Ocean Highway, Bolivia. While not a church, the organization is heavily supported by faith communities and provides scheduled food pickups, emergency boxes, and seasonal outreach. Residents may call 910.754.4766 to schedule assistance or learn more about available programs.
Northern Brunswick’s growing population has increased demand for church‑based support in Leland and surrounding communities. Manna Ministries of Leland, operating from 509 Village Road NE, Leland, provides monthly food distributions that include shelf‑stable items, produce, bread, and fresh meat when available. The ministry can be reached at 910.399.2751.
Cornerstone Baptist Church, located at 1638 Lanvale Rd, Leland, also maintains a faith‑based pantry serving northern Brunswick neighborhoods; the church office number is 910.371.2411.
In the Southport, Oak Island, and Boiling Spring Lakes region, the Southport‑Oak Island Interchurch Fellowship (SOIICF) Food Pantry coordinates a multi‑church effort that supplies weekly groceries to households across the southern end of the county. The pantry operates at 249 W Boiling Spring Road, Southport, and can be contacted at 910.448.4056 for distribution times and volunteer information.
Together, these church‑run and faith‑supported programs form a countywide network that ensures families have access to reliable, compassionate food assistance. Their shared commitment and deep community roots continue to provide stability, dignity, and hope for residents throughout Brunswick County.
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