06/08/2026
SILVIS & EAST MOLINE FOOD PANTRIES RECEIVE SUPPORT
Recently, Tyla Sherwin-Cole, Executive Director of the Doris & Victor Day Foundation, visited the Silvis Food Pantry and met with Delight Gillman, Gloria Smith, and Dave Ramp. The purpose of the visit was to learn more about the progress, impact, challenges, and future needs of both the Silvis and East Moline food pantries.
Last fall, the Doris & Victor Day Foundation awarded a $4,000 grant to support the ministries of both pantries, and Tyla encouraged the pantries to apply again this year. The foundation focuses on grants that address basic human needs, making it an excellent partner in the work our pantries provide to the community.
For the past 35 years, the foundation has supported programs such as emergency assistance, affordable housing, childcare, job training, educational scholarships, and other community support services. During the visit, Tyla also shared information about additional local resources that may benefit both pantries and the families they serve.
We are grateful for the continued partnership and support of the Doris & Victor Day Foundation as we work together to care for our neighbors in need.