The recipient entity's physical address:
           1712 West St.
Winnsboro, LA 71295

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           1712 West St.
Winnsboro, LA 71295

Type of Entity (for instance, a nonprofit corporation):  Non-Profit Religious Corp.

If the entity is a corporation, list the names of the incorporators:
          

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  1736

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $12,000

What type of request is this?  General Appropriation

Is this entity in good standing with the Secretary of State?  Yes

Provide the name of each member of the recipient entity's governing board and officers:
           Fr. Robert Johnson
1712 West St.
Winnsboro, LA 71295

Karen Busby
PO Box 1575
Winnsboro, LA 71295

Pam Paola
1804 Tensas St
Winnboro, LA 71295

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           St. Mary's Catholic Church Food Pantry is a ministry of compassion, generosity and service dedicated to helping individuals and families in need within the local community.

Each month, the food pantry distributes 60 boxes of food to those experiencing financial hardship or struggling to put meals on their tables. These boxes provide essential groceries and nourishment, helping ease the burden of food insecurity and bringing hope and comfort to those facing difficult circumstances.

More than simply providing food, this ministry reflects the Catholic values of love, compassion, dignity and service to others. It is a tangible expression of Christ's call to feed the hungry and care for our neighbors.

Because no one should have to face hunger alone, St. Mary's is sharing more than food. We are sharing hope, kindness, and the love of Christ.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Professional Services. . . $0
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $12,000
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $0

Does your organization have any outstanding audit issues or findings?  No

If 'Yes' is your organization working with the appropriate governmental agencies to resolve those issues or findings?
          Yes

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          Feeding hungry people through St. Mary's Food Pantry program is one of the most meaningful ways a church can live out its Christian mission. It is an opportunity to put faith into action by reaching beyond the church walls and serving neighbors who are struggling to meet their most basic needs. Every box of food represents an act of kindness and offers a helping hand. Our message to the food recipients is one of hope and of recognition that they matter and have value. When we feed the hungry, we do more than just fill an empty stomach. We nourish hope, restore dignity, strengthen our community, and share God's love one family at a time.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          The objective of our Food Pantry program is to fulfill one of Christ's most important teachings: to love our neighbors as ourselves and to care for those who are less fortunate.

We provide food to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship and food insecurity. Our goal is to recognize the dignity of every person needing assistance, show compassion without judgment, and remind those in need that their community cares for and about them.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           We give out 60 boxes of food per month x 12 months per year, Total boxes distributed is 720 boxes of food per year.

If any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official is an officer, director, trustee, or employee of the recipient entity who receives compensation or holds any ownership interest therein:
     (a) If an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of the official and the office held by such person:
                
    
     (b) If an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of such person; the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related; and the nature of the relationship:
                

     (c) The percentage of the official's or immediate family member's ownership interest in the recipient entity, if any:
                

     (d) The position, if any, held by the official or immediate family member in the recipient entity:
                 

If the recipient entity has a contract with any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official or with the state or any political subdivision of the state:
(a) If the contract is with an elected or appointed state official, provide the name and address of the official and the office held by such person: 
               

(b) If the contract is with an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official:
          Provide the name and address of such person:
              

          Provide the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related:
               

          What is the nature of the relationship? 

(c) If the contract is with the state or a political subdivision of the state, provide the name and address of the state entity or political subdivision of the state:
                

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               


Contact Information
name:  Karen Busby 
                                       address:  PO Box 1575
Winnsboro, LA 71295
                                       phone:  3182370905
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  k_busby@hotmail.com
                                       relationship to entity:  Director