A pantry that feels like a small grocery store
In 2017, Thistlecup moved into its own storefront. Today, about 640 households shop with us each month. The shelves, produce, bread, and dairy are there so households can choose food they will use.
Since 2009
About Thistlecup
Thistlecup started with four shelves in a church basement, built by Lorraine Bexley, a retired school cafeteria manager who believed people should get to choose their own food.
The people behind the shelves
Lorraine Bexley is our founder and executive director. Gretchen Ludeke coordinates volunteers and groups. Ramon Quezada-Holt manages the pantry and warehouse and is a ServSafe certified food protection manager. Tess Wojcik supports intake and senior deliveries.
Accountable and ready
Thistlecup Community Pantry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 00-0000000, and a partner agency of our regional food bank, agency number 000000. A ServSafe certified manager is on site every open day.