Carolyn Tucker is the Director of the East Ridge Community Food Pantry. Their mission is to tackle food insecurity by giving away food to people in need on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. They also serve the people of East Ridge who are within walking distance and experiencing homelessness. Homelessness is a major issue in our city. Several people experiencing homelessness have reported to Carolyn the food they receive from the pantry gets stolen. The backpacks will make it easier to carry their food and protect it from others. Our $3,000 grant will go to 100+ backpacks with hygiene products, food and other items like can openers, eating utensils etc.