Tue Sep 10 14:23:00 UTC 2024: ## Orphan Grain Train Opens New Servant Center, Expanding Food Aid Efforts

**MADISON, NE** – The Orphan Grain Train (OGT), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing aid to those in need, is celebrating the grand opening of its new 21,000 square-foot Servant Center on Friday, September 13th. The center, a $7 million investment, will allow OGT to significantly increase its food distribution, particularly in response to the growing hunger crisis in Sudan.

The Servant Center, connected to the existing Mercy Meals building, will house two high-tech meal-packing machines, enabling OGT to increase its annual production from 5 million to 20 million meals. In addition to the traditional “Mercy Meals,” the center will also produce meals with beans, providing additional protein.

“The need for food is immense, especially in places like Sudan where millions are fleeing their homes due to war,” said Rev. Ray Wilke, OGT founder and president. “We are dedicated to providing not just food, but also clothing, medical supplies, and the love of God to those in need around the world.”

The new facility features a number of improvements for OGT operations, including a separate loading dock, a sewing and laundry room, expanded sorting and packing areas, a gathering space for meetings and events, a commercial kitchen, and more. This increased space will also allow for more volunteers and student groups seeking service opportunities.

OGT is also expanding its reach geographically, with new branches planned in Louisiana, Florida, and Texas, bringing the total number of locations to 27 nationwide. Mercy Meals, a program of OGT, currently has eight packaging centers across Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

The public is invited to attend the Servant Center dedication ceremony, which will include a worship service, a formal dedication, and an open house. Registration is requested at ogt.org.

This event marks a significant milestone for OGT as it continues to fulfill its mission of helping those in need both domestically and internationally, driven by the principle of “love the Lord, love your neighbor.”

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