
Working to eliminate hunger in Franklin County since 2006.
Our Story.
Stepping Stone Mission of Franklin County began with Joanne Patterson responding to a strong urging from the Lord to make a difference in the lives of those in challenging circumstances. The mission was founded on the vision of ensuring that all individuals, regardless of gender, race, religion, age, or handicap, have access to at least one hot meal every day. Our goal is to provide a free meal, additional take-home food items and access to local information and assistance resources to individuals struggling to meet their basic needs.
Our Mission.
To reach out to those in need.
To provide food to those who are unable to obtain such provisions for themselves.
To refer persons in need to additional resources in the community.
To spread and share the knowledge of Jesus Christ and God’s love for all people.
Our Services.
Lunch is served from 11:30 AM to 12:45 AM every day.
Limited take-home items from our small pantry.
Local assistance and information area.
Daily prayer.
Our 2024 impact.
Meals served.
16,536
Individuals served.
294
Our Board of Directors.
Carrying forth Joanne Patterson’s vision to ensure every person in our community has access to at least one meal every day.
Staci Talley, President
Kiana Phifer, Vice President
Peggy Scott, Secretary/Treasurer
Gail Law
Christina Defibaugh
Rodney Blake
Rick Carroll
Joanne Patterson, Advisor
Greg Weinschreider, Advisor
George Carlson, Sr., Advisor
Our Collaborators and Partners.
Feeding Southwest Virginia
Pick-Up Partners
Walmart
Food Lion
Krogers
Little Caesars
Sheetz!
Dollar General
Other Partnerships
SleepSafe Beds
Smith Mountain Lake Lions Club
Franklin Heights, garden
CrossPointe, garden
McDonalds, Rocky Mount
National Wild Turkey Federation
Hunters for the Hungry
Community Resource Partnerships
Carilion Outreach
Department of Social Services
Veterans Administration
Tri-Area Health Community Health
Our Team.
Sue Plaisance, Manager
Annette Thomas, Assistant Manager
Peggy Scott, Back Office
Contact office@steppingstonemission.org or call 540.482.0775