our family created the KC PBJ Project to help those in need......

I spent several years working as a volunteer in a local food pantry. While working there, I witnessed God’s hands at work. The work done by our food pantries is as important as any charitable work done. Unfortunately, I also had to witnesses some of the weaknesses and shortcomings of the food pantry concept. Of course it is not the fault of the food pantry. Food pantries do everything they can to help their patrons.

I spent the first year of my volunteership noticing that often times when patrons came in, they had the look of anxiety on their face. When you and I go to grocery shop, we are picking out food we like to eat and are usually able to get all the food we need. When a food pantry patron visits a food pantry, they are often thinking these kinds of thoughts:
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• ​​What will I be able to get today?
• Will I be able to get food that everyone at home likes to eat?
• Will I be able to get enough food to last my household?

Most food pantries place limits on how many times a patron can visit in a given time period. Where I worked it was once per month. If they came on a day of low inventory, they left with not enough food or with food they would not normally choose. On top of that, they could not return for 30 days.​

Our family created the KC PBJ Project to help those in need. We want to lighten the burden on others, including the food pantries. We are there to add some peace of mind of to those who do have to rely on local food pantries and meal centers. Our adopted households will have shelves stocked for an entire month with a simple and great tasting source of complete nutrition - the peanut butter and jelly sandwich! The PBJ provides a solid form of balanced nutrition in a simple, non-perishable manner. Whole grains, protein, satiety, and a touch of sweetness!

We appreciate your support!

The Ross Family