The Fergus Free Fridge in Lewistown is offering no-barrier access to groceries and essentials during a time of heightened need. Nolee Anderson-Hendren, a spokesperson for the Fergus Free Fridge, says the project is a pop-up community support pantry stocked with staples, toiletries, produce, and fresh and frozen meat, pretty much anything that you would find in a basic kitchen or grocery store.

The fridge launched in early November after the federal shutdown paused SNAP benefits. Anderson-Hendren says a group of friends quickly organized the effort to bridge the need between community resources and what existing organizations could provide, especially during the holidays. They opened the first week of November and have already served over 300 people.

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