TOPSS celebrates grand opening of new facility “This building right here is a testament to months of planning and countless volunteers.”
ShareFest continues to benefit Oxford, surrounding communities Oxford’s Community Development Director Sam Perry, who also serves on the board of ShareFest, said the event went well this year, despite fewer volunteers than previous years and some issues with poor-quality donations that could not be used.
Local pantry sees increased traffic as families 'brace themselves' TOPSS has been “on overload” as local families were worried about the potential loss of SNAP benefits.
New TOPSS initiative gets neighborhoods involved in stocking food pantry A new initiative at TOPSS is encouraging "neighborhood food champions" to collect needed food and supplies for the organization's food pantry through localized drives.
TOPSS meets increased demand for services, director says in annual update TOPSS provided food to nearly 3500 people and kept more than 100 households in their homes through rent and utility assistance last year.
Hospital group awards $35k to local orgs Grants from the McCullough-Hyde Women's Giving Circle will go toward housing initiatives, clothing, feminine hygiene products and more.
Bell-ringing efforts generate $11.5k for TOPSS Each year, the Kiwanis Club of Oxford's bell-ringing campaign helps support both TOPSS and the Salvation Army.