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
Thank you to International Paper for a beautification grant. Weeds have been pulled, dirt was delivered by AB’s Gravel Driveways, and new flowerbeds have begun with caladium bulbs. The walkway has been expanded to accommodate a new design with red bricks highlighted by hand-made mosaic tiles. The building will be more accessible with the expanded walkway and handicapped parking. Thank you again for the volunteers and funding from International Paper.
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Thank you to the office of Coldwell Banker Seacoast Advantage (www.cbnewbern.com) and Jennifer King, top producing agent, forhand-delivering a check to be a “water station sponsor” for the Perfect 10 fundraising event to be held on October 1st.For more information on how to become a sponsor click here.
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On Saturday, July 16, 2022, the Board of Directors met at The Father’s Refuge in Dover, NC for the Annual Board Training. Everyone was welcomed by Scott Murphy, Executive Director of The Father’s Refuge and served a home-cooked meal. (https://mxnetwork.org) Mary Ann LeRay, Executive Director, and Cathy Smith, Strategic Planning Consultant led the training for the afternoon. The Board of Directors reviewed the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and made no changes. The group worked together on 2022 SWOT analysis to determine areas of growth and areas that need fine tuning. We wrapped up the day with discussing the power of committees […]
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