MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Roser Church Food Pantry has been struggling to bounce back following last year’s hurricanes.

What You Need To Know • The Roser Church Food Pantry is experiencing one of its hardest years, still trying to bounce back after getting flooded during Hurricane Helene more than a year ago. • Over the past year, volunteers say they’ve seen a decrease in donations — but an increase in people needing their services. • If you want to donate to the food pantry, you can drop off items at Roser Church in Anna Maria, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The address is 512 Pine Ave.

The church says it’s the only food pantry on Anna Maria Island.

Over the past year, volunteers say they’ve seen a decrease in donations — but an increase in people needing their services

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