Bethel participates in the National Adopt A School Initiative that was originally started by Dr. Tony Evans. We adopted our local elementary school: South Salem Elementary
Our goal is to partner with local schools, to help provide both physical needs of students who attend there, as well as provide support and encouragement for the school staff.  
Ways we achieve this are:
-Provide backpacks, school supplies, shoes & more for kids whose family needs a helping hand
-Provide lunch and food for teachers & administrators during some of the most stressful times of the school year.
-Any other needs throughout the year that is recognized by the school, they can contact us and we will do our best to meet that need in full.

The food pantry outreach serves 70-80 families every week, here in the city of Salem, who are doing all they can to make it from week to week, but need a little help with the everyday essentials.  From meats, breads, can goods, vegetables, fruits, food for the kids, hygiene items and more, we are able to provide many of the things that so many of us take for granted.  

Is it possible for me to get help from the food pantry?
Yes!  If you live in the city of Salem, and need some help, come any Saturday morning between the hours of 8-10am. It's as simple as that! We can't wait to serve you!

We currently house the Salem Foster Closet which provides clothes for families in need. Initially started for families in need of clothes for emergency foster placements, we have recently opened it up to any family in need. If you have any questions or an need, please click the link below to email us.