Harvest House photos provided by Harvest House
| story by Greg Alexander
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ven in the paradise that many know as Destin, there is a large need for assistance with simple daily needs such as food, clothing, and shelter. Since 1987 there has been a place serving that need in Destin and neighboring communities through Harvest House. The mission of Harvest House is to provide food, clothing, and shelter to those who are at a point of need in their life. Jerry Ogle, a local Destin resident, saw a need where many families could benefit from receiving a Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner at no cost. After fundraising for this the first year, he landed an idea to help support and fund the need he was fi lling‌ and so the Harvest House began. “It was a simple thing. There were a lot of people in Destin that needed help,â€? Jerry said. They began accepting donations to process and sell at their own thrift store to support the need of a food pantry. Because the local community has such a giving heart, Harvest House can provide one week of food and clothing items monthly to families and individuals who walk through their door. Destin is an amazingly supportive community that believes in the work they do and Harvest House continues to be successful at serving those in need.
Harvest House Food Pantry 300 Mountain Drive, Destin FL 32541 Mon-Friday 10:00am-12:00pm Assistance provided every 30 days in the form of food, clothing, and hygiene items provided at no cost. Available to residents of Destin and Miramar Beach, and also to the homeless. ID, proof of residency, and Social Security cards for children are required.
Harvest House Thrift Store 300 Mountain Drive, Destin FL 32541 Mon-Friday 9:00am-4:30pm Saturday 8:30am-1:00pm Proceeds from donated items sold in the Harvest House thrift store directly support our mission. Harvest House thrift store is a retail store that offers a wide variety of unique items. We offer everything from clothing for the entire family to just about everything you need for your home. We offer quality items at bargain prices.
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