Cape Hatteras Food Pantry is asking islanders to ‘show their love’ in February

The Cape Hatteras Food Pantry is asking Hatteras Island residents and visitors to show their love during the month of February by making a monetary donation, or by providing a shelf-stable food donation to the pantry.
On January 1, 2025, the Cape Hatteras Food Pantry joined forces with local nonprofit organization Hatteras Island Meals (HIM), which now oversees both organizations’ operations.
“Because we serve food, and because we have such a huge volunteer base with HIM with very committed people, it was just such a natural fit,” said Cathy Diemer, Avon Community Manager for HIM in an interview about the merge.
Despite the overlap in volunteers, the two organizations – the food pantry and HIM – are distinctively different entities. They have their own separate budgets which do not mix, and donations are needed for both institutions in order for them to thrive.
“We hope [the community] continues to donate to Cape Hatteras Food Pantry, in addition to any donations for Hatteras Island Meals,” said Diemer. “Both need our community’s support to run.”
In addition to the February push for monetary and food donations, the Cape Hatteras Food Pantry is also readily available throughout the month for residents in need.
“Life is great on the Outer Banks, but seasonal employment can make the winters especially tough,” stated the Cape Hatteras Food Pantry in an update. “If you struggle with food insecurity, please contact is at HatterasIslandMeals@gmail.com to make an appointment to come in and get food for you and your family.”
How you can help the Cape Hatteras Food Pantry (and Hatteras Island Meals)
Monetary donations for the Cape Hatteras Food Pantry can be made online at https://hatterasislandmeals.org/, or can be mailed to the address below.
Hatteras Island Meals
PO Box 854
Buxton, NC 27920
Please designate “Food Pantry” on your check or in the comments section of the website.