About Us

The Salem/Roanoke County Food Pantry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that depends on the generosity of our community to serve local families in need. Whether you donate groceries, host a food drive, volunteer your time, or give financially, every act of kindness helps us deliver food—and hope—with love.

    Mission

    “In light of the Scripture and in Christian charity the food pantry provides food and financial assistance to those in need while honoring the dignity of all people.”

    Board of Directors

    Our Board of Directors of the Salem Roanoke County Food Pantry is a dedicated group of community leaders.

    • John Shaner,
      Board Chair
      Parks and Recreation City of Salem
    • Jacob Thomas,
      Board Vice Chair
      Ridge View Bank
    • Barbara Hoeker,
      Board Treasurer
      Community Volunteer
    • Katherin Elam,
      Board Secretary
      Retired
    • Mickey Estienne,
      Executive Director
      Food Pantry
    • Lynn Baker
      Wells Fargo
    • Ray Byrd
      Law Office of I. Ray Byrd, Jr., P.C.
    • David Dixon
      Episcopal Diocese of SW Virginia
    • Lenora Downing
      County of Roanoke
    • Tracy Hale
      Business Solutions, Inc.
    • Carey Harveycutter
      City of Salem
    • Margaret Humphrey
      Community Volunteer
    • Beth Ledwith
      Retired
    • Ashleigh Martines
      Roanoke County Department of Social Services
    • Kathy Murphy
      Retired
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