Golden Corner Food Pantry serves the needs of Oconee County South Carolina.

The Food Pantry is physically located roughly in the center of the county in Seneca, South Carolina. Recipients come from all over the county, principally from the three major cities of Seneca, Walhalla, and Westminster. In 2006 the Food Pantry provided supplemental food to about 500 families per month. Now we serve over 1150 families per month, providing about a million pounds of food yearly. The increase is due to the growing need in Oconee County and to a decision to introduce a program specifically for needy seniors. All distribution is based on verified need, tied to federal poverty guidelines.

The Food Pantry works closely with local churches, civic organizations and other charities in the County to identify and include needy families. It was incorporated in 1983 (under the title "Golden Corner Ministries") in the state of South Carolina as a Tax Exempt Corporation under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Requirements to receive Food at Golden Corner Food Pantry:

Individuals and heads of households meeting the following requirements can receive food from the Golden Corner Food Pantry for themselves and qualifying family members.

1-Must be a resident of Oconee County (picture ID required)

2-Must be 18 years of age or older

3-Must have income below 150% of federal poverty guidelines

Proof required:

If employed- paystub

If unemployed -verification from unemployment office

If on disability – current verification

If on Social Security – most recent SS paystub

If a student – proof of current enrollment

4-Must have been at least 30 days since last visit

Bountyland President David Land, chief fundraiser Trent Cain, along with Justin, Randy and Jack delivered over 70 boxes of food (over 1500 lbs) to the Golden Corner Food Pantry recently. On behalf of our clients, who count on the generosity of Oconee County residents to help them through difficult times, our heartfelt THANKS go to all the wonderful folks at Bountyland Enterprises (and H. T. Hackney Co. Grocery) for their help and support.