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Krista Gay and her husband started a driveway “Little Free Pantry” in Vermont to help neighbors struggling with food insecurity.

The pantry has gone viral on TikTok, inspiring others across the country to start their own community pantries

The pantry provides daily, anonymous access to food and essentials, filling gaps left by traditional food programs

Every morning, Krista Gay and her husband, Christian Rogerson, bring three totes to the bottom of their driveway.

One tote holds canned goods, another contains non-perishable items that aren’t in cans and a third is stocked with personal hygiene products, baby food and dog food. They leave the totes out all day in front of a “Free Pantry” sign, allowing neighbors to take what they need while others drop off donations.

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