Batesville Food Pantry Awarded Ripley County Community Foundation Grant

The Batesville Food Pantry has been awarded a $1,500 grant from the Ripley County Community Foundation to support ongoing operational expenses. Director Kendra Basler shared, “This grant is a blessing at a time when we continue to see a steady rise in both the number of clients we serve each month and the cost of groceries.”

So far in 2025, the pantry has served an average of 205 families per month, representing approximately 830 individuals. A growing number of first-time visitors further underscores the increasing demand for food assistance in the community.

The Batesville Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., except during holiday or weather-related closures. Please note that the pantry will be closed on November 26 and December 24, 2025. Evening hours are also offered from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

During November and December, the pantry distributes special Holiday Boxes in addition to the regular food allotments. These boxes include traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas meal items. Rising food prices and higher demand have increased the cost of operations, especially during the holiday season. The pantry is deeply grateful to the Ripley County Community Foundation and other supporters for helping meet these growing needs.

Community members and businesses interested in supporting the pantry are encouraged to make financial contributions before the end of the year. Donations can be mailed to:     Batesville Food Pantry, P.O. Box 383, Batesville, IN 47006 or submitted online at www.batesvillefoodpantry.org via the “Donate” button.

Non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at collection boxes outside the Food Pantry, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, or St. Louis Catholic Church at any time.

The Batesville Food Pantry operates as a ministry of the Batesville Area Ministerial Association (BAMA), a fellowship of Christian churches serving the Batesville and Oldenburg communities. BAMA provides financial support, volunteers, and emergency assistance to residents in need.