Church, nuns open community pantries in Manila

The Baclaran Church has opened up a community pantry inside its compound to offer food and supplies to those in need.

As seen in Jonathan Andal's report for "Unang Balita" early Wednesday morning, a long line of  people flocked to the pantry for eggs, bigas, biscuits, instant noodles, face shields, diapers, toothpaste and other supplies.

The public was welcome to donate food and other items to the pantry.

The church also set up a donation box for those who wish to donate cash to buy more supplies.

Meanwhile, a community pantry was spotted outside the campus of St. Scholastica’s College in Manila.

As seen in photos shared by the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines, the stall was manned by several nuns.

Community Pantries have been popping up across the country after Ana Patricia Non opened one in Maginhawa, Quezon City last week. The premise was so inspiring in its simplicity: Take what you need, give what you can. — Margaret Claire Layug/LA, GMA News