Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market Brings Holiday Cheer to Lake Charles

The Second Harvest Food Bank is bringing the Makin' Groceries Mobile Market to Lake Charles, LA just in time for the holidays with a well-stocked assortment of fresh vegetables, fruit, and a host of non-perishable food options including various beans. Ahead of preparing a holiday dinner for family and friends, or stocking up for the winter it's the perfect time to stop by and shop for fresh, nutritious, and affordable foods.

This event is made possible by Second Harvest Food Bank, 215 East Pinhook Rd., Lafayette, LA 70501, generous donations, local volunteers, and community organizations. For more details call (337)237-7711 or no-hunger.org/mobile market. Get notified whenever the Makin' Groceries Mobile Market is going to be in your area and subscribe to get text reminders.

MOBILE MARKET CALCASIEU PARISH - SATURDAY DECEMBER 21, 2024 (weather permitting):

Donald Ray Stevens Community Center
1619 Cessford St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 - 10 am to 12 Noon

What Payment methods are accepted at the Makin' Groceries Mobile Market?e accept cash, credit, debit, and SNAP/EBT, and we are working on accepting OTC payments as well.

How Second Harvest Food Bank Is Fighting Hunger in Louisiana

Second Harvest Food Bank combats hunger in South Louisiana by providing food, advocacy, education, and disaster response. If you or a senior you know needs help, sign up for the Senior Commodity Box Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP.) 

Partnering with over 500 organizations across 23 parishes, Second Harvest distributes more than 40 million meals annually to over 290,000 people. For other Makin' Groceries Mobile Market locations click HERE to see the December 2024 calendar.

One in five Louisiana households faces the threat of hunger, with rising costs for food, housing, and utilities leaving many families in need. As unemployment and low-wage jobs persist, more families are turning to emergency food assistance for the first time. Parents often skip meals to ensure their children are fed.

Through food distribution, meal services, nutrition education, and benefits assistance, Second Harvest is creating pathways out of poverty. By rescuing millions of pounds of food each year, the organization ensures that thousands of struggling families have meals on their tables.