<p>Grove Christian Outreach Center was opened to serve food insecure neighbors living in the Grove community in lower James City County. The commitment to fresh and perishable foods has changed our service area to include residents from across greater Williamsburg. If you live in James City County, Williamsburg or upper York, you may visit our free program once a week.</p><p>November of 2024 saw the launch of The Gathering Place, Williamsburg's first free grocery market. In addition to fresh fruits and vegetables, the program also provides ample shelf stable pantry items for our neighbors to self select. Additional offerings include baby food and formula and hygiene items. Some of our distribution items (such as baby diapers and children' clothing closet) are still limited to neighbors residing in the Grove neighborhood. </p>