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Food Pantry distribution on Tuesday and Thursday will be delayed ONE hour until further notice due to winter weather...9:30-11:00 AM

Welcome to The Filling Station

Vision

The Filling Station is the premier connector of people and resources in Jones County and the world.

Mission

Our mission is to assist with filling unmet needs in the areas of Nutrition, Education and Connection serving the residents of Jones County.

Hours of Operation - Nutrition and Education

Tuesday, 9AM until all Food Boxes are distributed (Drive-through service only)
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday, 9AM until all Food Boxes are distributed (Drive-through service only)
Second Week of the Month - Commodity Supplement Food Program for Seniors
Friday - Closed

Recent Posts

Filling Station Podcast Guest Series Episode #2, March 27, 2025 – Pollocksville Rotary Club

March 27, 2025

Filling Station Podcast Interview with Janet Purvis of the Pollocksville Rotary Club In this episode, we explore the rich history and community impact of the Pollocksville Rotary Club through the eyes of Janet Purvis, a member whose father, Virgil Bender, was one of the club’s charter members when it was founded in 1948.The club celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2023. Janet shares heartwarming stories of their partnership with The Filling Station, including providing $10,000 in disaster relief funding after Hurricane Florence and organizing community events. From the now-retired Big Game Hunt Tournament that still generates scholarship funds to their upcoming […]

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Filling Station Podcast Guest Series Episode #1, March 20,2025

March 20, 2025

Exploring Nutritional Resources in Our Community In this enlightening episode of the Filling Station Guest Podcast Series, Mary Ann LeRay, Executive Director of the Filling Station, sits down with Sarah Ware, a dedicated Family and Consumer Science Agent with North Carolina Cooperative Extension serving Jones and Onslow counties. Their conversation highlights the valuable partnership between these organizations and explores how Sarah’s expertise in food nutrition, preservation, and safety benefits community members of all ages. Listeners will learn about exciting new initiatives, including the teaching kitchen at the Filling Station for hands-on cooking classes, as well as upcoming community events like […]

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March 2025 Podcast from the Recording Studio

March 12, 2025
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March 2025 – What is Happening?

March 4, 2025

The Filling Station is your connection point for community events and services for March 2025. Residents can sign up for the Neuse River Bridge Run and Spring Canning Classes. Health enthusiasts will love the featured Solis Green Medley Smoothie Bowl recipe—a nutrient-packed, customizable option perfect for energizing your day.

The Food Pantry continues to serve the community every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30-10:00 AM, with the Commodity Supplement Food Program for Seniors (60+ years) available on the second Tuesday and Thursday of the month from 9-11 AM.

The Filling Station remains committed to its mission of assisting unmet needs in Nutrition, Education, and Connection for Jones County residents. For more information about any of these programs, contact 252-224-1127 or visit fillingstation1075.com.

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