Rossville (WIBW) - People needing help making ends meet got a helping hand Wednesday.

Community Action held its first rural mobile food pantry distribution in Rossville.

Dozens of people turned out for apples, potatoes, bread, sports drinks and other items. All the items were provided through the Harvesters Food Network.

Alice Schimmel of Community Action says the need is great. She says many people may be unable to pay their utilities or buy food, so anything extra will be better for them.

Community Action plans the giveaways every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Citizen Potawatomi Nation building, off Highway 24 on the east edge of Rossville. There are no income guidelines, but a photo ID and social security numbers are required.

Recipients also must provide their own transportation and a box to carry their goods.