November 2026

November’s mission of the month is the Jonnycake Center for Hope.

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Jonnycake Market Food Pantry

The Jonnycake Center was founded as a food pantry, for neighbors by neighbors, more than fifty years ago. Since then, their roots have grown along with their belief that every member of our community deserves healthy food to nourish body, mind, and soul.

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Members can come twice a month to the Jonnycake Market Food Pantry and choose food their family likes, including fruits and vegetables, frozen meats, eggs, milk, and much more. A delivery of groceries may be possible for anyone homebound,

During school vacation weeks, families with school-aged children can get items for breakfast and lunch such as fresh fruit, bread, cereal, milk, snacks, and more. For the summer months, members can come to the market weekly to pick up local, fresh produce. This year Jonnycake served 9870 summer school vacation meals.

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Jonnycake Homes

Many of our South County neighbors are struggling to find affordable housing close to home. The Jonnycake Center works every day to help their members find stable, local housing and build a strong foundation for themselves and their families. Financial assistance, help with housing searches, and connections to organizations that help are available.

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The Center owns and manages several housing units in Peace Dale and Shannock Villages. These are more than just places to live - they are safe, comfortable, and affordable homes right here in South County. The homes have two to five bedrooms. Priority is given to Jonnycake members with children in local schools who need better housing and have clear goals that they can help support.

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Programs for the Whole Community

A whole-person approach guides everything done at the Jonnycake Center. Their services include pre-school scholarships and an after school program for early elementary students. The Jonnycake Youth Center for Middle and high school students provides a fun and welcome place for teens to make friends, learn new skills and build confidence. Students can get help with tutoring, enjoy sports, and get assistance with college and career planning. Summer camp scholarships are available for children of all ages.

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For adults Jonnycake offers financial assistance and services to help members become more financially stable. Help with applying for benefits like SNAP food assistance and Medicaid, as well as income tax filing is available. Food deliveries are available for seniors who are home bound or face transportation barriers.

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The Thundermist Mobile Health Center visits the Jonnycake Center every Wednesday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. No appointment is needed, and anyone can be seen. Their services include checkups and sick visits, counseling and screenings and referrals and follow-up care.

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You can learn more about the Jonnycake Center for Hope on their website at jonnycakecenter.org​

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Thank you for your generosity!
The Missions Board 

www.peacedalechurch.org/missions

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Peace Dale Congregational Church supports Nepal Flood Relief through Direct Relief as our Mission of the Month. You may donate funds by:

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1. Placing your gift in the Missions basket during Sunday service,

2. Sending a check to the church office @ 261 Columbia Street, Peace Dale, RI 02879 (checks should be made out to PDCC with “Jonnycake" in the memo line), or

3. Clicking the Give now button on this page to donate online (peacedalechurch.org/ways-to-give).

Thank you,
The Missions Board