History

In 1970, thirteen Huntington area churches collaboratively joined forces as Christian Associates. The organization created the Cridlin Food Pantry in order to achieve its primary mission: addressing the problem of hunger in the greater Huntington region.

Today, Christian Associates‘ collaboration continues with 12 member congregations and its support of the Cridlin Food & Clothing Pantry in its work to provide relief to those living in Cabell and Wayne counties who are unable (temporarily or chronically) to stretch their resources to meet their nutritional, hygiene, and infant essential needs.

For those of you who are familiar with Cridlin, you know that we have recently moved to a new location. 

After 52 years of being located in the basement of Trinity Episcopal Church, we have moved to a stand-alone building close by at 1038 6th Avenue. After much prayerful consideration by our board, we decided this move was in the best interest for the community we serve. 

We are now handicap accessible for all our visitors.  We also have more room to expand our services and to serve more people. We recently celebrated our new facility with an open house celebration in which the community was able to come and see our new space and all we have to offer.