rules and code of ethics Meet at least one of our guidelines when shopping. Shop only one time per week, one bag per family member. Please arrive no more than ten minutes before the pantry opens. Patrons may not wait inside before pantry opens. No smoking allowed within 30 feet of MHC, in line, or inside any MHC facilities. Please park only in designated parking spaces in the MHC lot. Please claim only the immediate family members living with you in your household. Respect posted limits on certain items. Take only what you need. Use what you take. Treat everyone with the same respect, kindness, and compassion that you would want. It is against the law to sell, exchange or abuse items you receive from MHC. Cooperate with volunteers and staff. Do not loiter. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone not willing to comply with the rules, ethics, and guidelines of MHC. Back to Guidelines & Ethics Index Page