Welcome to RCS

A major facet of the RCS mission is feeding the hungry. It is realized through the remarkable efforts of the RCS Food Bank, located at 700 Druid Road, in Clearwater, Florida. Unlike traditional "soup kitchen" the RCS Food Bank is a modern food distribution center, utilizing computerized programs to effectively supply over forty thousand needy people a year with a wide array of solid foods, ranging from baby formulas to most every basic staple. The RCS Food Bank's heritage dates back to the 1960's when congregations individually maintained a modest food closet to help support the hungry coming to their doorsteps. When RCS was initially formed in the 1960's the founding congregations decided to pool their food resources to better meet the needs of the growing numbers.

Starting with the dispensing of primarily government surplus foods out of a small dirt floor facility, the RCS Food Bank is now housed in a massive warehouse at 700 Druid Road in Clearwater, Florida. The scope of the RCS Food Bank's contributions to feed the hungry is directly related to the dedication and support of many Pinellas organizations and teams of dedicated volunteers. Over 180 tons of staples are brought to the Food Bank each year by the Pinellas County Letter Carriers during their annual food drive. The area Boy Scouts, public schools children and philanthropic retail food chains are also major suppliers.

The RCS Food Bank is far from a "hand out program". It is a carefully monitored operation insuring that help reaches those truly in need. Clients come from referrals by congregations and social service agencies. Single mothers struggling to make ends meet, the working poor, and senior citizens with very limited resources find help at The RCS Food Bank. After a careful interview each client's needs are entered into a computerized date base. With proper identification Food Bank clients receive life supporting food items once a month.