The Utah ‘mini pantry movement’ can help your neighbors and bring ‘a lot of joy.’ Here’s how it works.
“It’s a great emergency food source,” said the organizer of one Salt Lake City mini pantry, noting they fill a “niche” need.
(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Nicole Vallieres stands by her mini pantry near Liberty Park in Salt Lake City, on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. She estimates they go through "over 50 pounds of food and toiletries every day."