St. John’s Employee Food Pantry

“The food pantry was started as a way to help fellow staff members who may be in need or struggling to provide food for themselves or their family,” says Pam Rhoden, employee health and wellness coordinator at St. John’s.

Rhoden runs the pantry with employee health manager Tanya Henderson, who started the pantry at the beginning of 2025.

The food pantry at St. John’s Home is open to all employees. It is facilitated by the human resources department to be discreet and accessible for everyone. “It offers support to our fellow staff during times that may be challenging, especially during the holiday season,” says Rhoden.

“We have been busy,” Henderson says proudly. Rhoden and Henderson say that many employees have used this resource since its start. They both hope more people become aware of this program and get involved through donating or using the resource.

The food pantry is a part of St. John’s mission to embrace living through employee wellness programs and a respectful, fun, and responsive working environment.

“The food pantry is available to help ensure no staff member or their families go hungry,” says Rhoden.

Food like dry pasta, canned vegetables, oatmeal, instant mashed potatoes, and shelf-stable almond or soy milk are suggested donations. Other pantry staples include seasonings and hygiene items like toilet paper and toothpaste. Henderson notes that she hopes the pantry will soon have more to offer in terms of hygienic items and baby diapers.

Employees and visitors are welcome to donate nonperishable goods to the pantry. Items can be dropped off at the human resources office. Those in need of food assistance can contact Rhoden, Henderson, or another member of the human resources team (click to email). Please visit the St. John’s Human Resources Department, located in the South Building at St. John’s Home across from Protective Services, to drop off donations or if you have any questions.