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

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"Leave a Legacy" by purchasing a brick along the sidewalk leading to the front doors of The Filling Station

This sidewalk represents the many footsteps of volunteers, donors, clients, partners, pastors and elected officials.

During this special campaign, you have the opportunity to honor those who have made this mission possible.

4x8 Brick is $100 & 8x8 Brick is $225.00 - Just in time for Christmas gift giving.

Recent Posts

Filling Station Podcast #7 with Brenda Hall, May 15, 2025

May 16, 2025

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brenda Hall, who traded her executive career in radiation oncology for a mission that feeds both body and spirit. From her kitchen in New Bern, North Carolina, Brenda shares how a personal health journey led her to discover the transformative power of Mediterranean cooking – and how she’s now using those lessons to nurture her community through the Filling Station. This episode serves up practical wisdom about healthy eating, the joy of cooking with purpose, and the magic that happens when good food brings people together. FS Podcast 051525 Episode #7 with Brenda […]

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Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards 2025

May 15, 2025

Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards 2025 took place on May 12th at the North Carolina Capitol in Raleigh, NC. The NC Screening Team from the American Red Cross, which has a member from Maysville, NC, in Jones County, received a Medallion Award. Rachel Hunt, Lieutenant Governor, shared remarks with the award recipients. Mary Ann LeRay, a commissioner on the Commission for Community Service and Volunteerism, was at the event to greet and extend congratulations on behalf of Jones County. Dr. Joe Blosser serves as the chair of the commission, and Briles Johnson is the executive director.

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Spring/Summer 2025 Happenings

May 15, 2025

Out of the Box Recipes Virtual Learning with Recipes Save the Date: Back to School Bash with Jones County Recreation – August 9, 2025

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May 8, 2025 Podcast w/ Sabrina

May 14, 2025

This interview provides an in-depth look into the life and experiences of Sabrina Bengal as she shares her background, her involvement in the community, her role during Hurricane Florence, and the legacy of her mother-in-law, Ella Jones Bengal (born in Trenton), who served as the first woman mayor of New Bern. This conversation with Mary Ann LeRay, Executive Director, highlights her passion for her community and commitment to making a positive impact which has had a ripple effect into Jones County and support of The Filling Station. Note: Sabrina has her “rockstar glasses” on due to some recent eye surgery.  […]

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We are seeking to broaden the scope of the mission of The Filling Station through community partnership. If you are interested in partnering and learning more about this mission, please click the Contact Form button below and someone will connect with you.

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