Who we are
The mission of the Mansfield Food Pantry is to provide supplemental food at no cost to those in Mansfield experiencing food insecurity. We believe that access to food is a basic human right, as is the dignity of our neighbors.
History
From humble beginnings back in 1997, serving twelve households, the mission of the Mansfield Food Pantry has been our driver over the years - to provide supplemental food at no cost to those in Mansfield experiencing food insecurity.
Nearly 480 community households utilized the Pantry in 2025. We have worked tirelessly to build and strengthen resources that better serve these households and any Mansfield resident who comes through our doors seeking assistance. We are proud of the milestones displayed here. They reflect our growth and unwavering commitment to helping those in need, guided by the belief that no one should go hungry when there is food to share and compassion to offer.
Steering Committee
Members of the Steering Committee volunteer their time and expertise to help guide the Pantry in meeting the needs of our community.
Chithra Baylis, Treasurer | treasurer@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Debbie Chambers, Food Bank Purchasing Coordinator
Kathleen Deely, Volunteer Coordinator, Clerk | info@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Mark Goodfellow, Assistant Treasurer
Mike Healey, Retail Food Purchasing Coordinator, Food Drive Coordinator | fooddrive@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Kimberly Hoy, Organization Advisor | kim@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Dick Kelsay, Property Manager
Aaron Nicodemus, Grant Writer | grants@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Sarah Puleo, Public Relations Coordinator | publicrelations@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Maria Smith, Distribution Coordinator, Inventory Coordinator | maria@mansfieldfoodpantry.org
Katharine Wroth, Secretary
