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 #4, April 3, 2025 – Todd Burrier, LifePlus

April 16, 2025

The interview features Mary Ann LeRay speaking with Todd Burrier from LifePlus. They discuss the origins and impact of LifePlus, particularly its philanthropic efforts through the LifePlus Foundation in supporting community initiatives like The Filling Station. The conversation covers the company’s history, its focus on holistic wellness, and the high standards of its nutritional products. Todd shares how he got involved with LifePlus and the company’s expansion into Europe.

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Out of the Box Recipes with Brenda Hall

April 10, 2025

Tuesday, April 10th – Out of the Box Recipe Day Brenda Hall, a volunteer for The Filling Station, used items from Tuesday’s Food Pantry Distribution to create some yummy recipes good for your health and budget. Thank you Brenda for your creativity! Download the Demonstration Recipe File

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April 2025 Message from our Executive Director

April 8, 2025
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Filling Station Podcast Guest Series Episode #3, April 8, 2025 – New Program for Jones County

April 8, 2025

What happens when dedication meets creativity in rural community service? Find out in our latest interview with Jennifer King, Deputy Director of Administration for Jones County. With 21 years of experience in local government, Jennifer shares how a “whatever it takes” attitude is transforming how we serve our community. From innovative collaborations between county government and The Filling Station, to exciting new initiatives like the Community Closet project, Jennifer offers unique insights into building stronger rural communities. Her passion for Jones County and commitment to creative problem-solving shine through in this engaging conversation.  

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