FORSYTH, Mo.—Missouri’s Eighth District Congresswoman, Jo Ann Emerson visited My Neighbor’s Pantry, part of National Enzyme Co.’s Gift of Hope charity, as part of her annual Farm Tour, where she visits entities within her district to encourage the work they are doing to prevent hunger in their areas. She is co-chair of the Board of Directors for the Congressional Hunger Center.
Congresswoman Emerson was given a tour of My Neighbor’s Pantry by Catie Myers, Pantry Manager. Myers shared with Emerson that during the month of July, the Pantry was able to feed 1,300 people, including 500 children.
“To have our organization recognized by U.S. Congresswoman Jo Ann Emerson as a worthwhile endeavor validates our desire to make things better for those who need assistance,” said Myers.
Backed by the employees of National Enzyme Company, Gift of Hope Inc. has been serving the needs of children and families in Taney County for more than 20 years.