Southeast Ohio Foodbank

The Southeast Ohio Foodbank

Introduction

The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of HAPCAP, is an organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity in Southeast Ohio. With approximately 1 in 6 individuals in the region affected by food insecurity, including seniors, children, working adults, veterans, and students, the SE Ohio Foodbank strives to provide emergency food assistance, resource navigation, and advocacy for policy changes to combat hunger. The organization recognizes the need to tackle the root causes such as rising food prices, wage stagnation, and underemployment, by promoting fair wages, affordable housing, accessible healthcare, and robust social safety nets.

Vision and Mission

Vision:  No one goes hungry.

Mission:  is to provide food assistance, promote healthy eating, and address the underlying issues that contribute to food insecurity in Southeast Ohio.

Services Offered

The SE Ohio Foodbank offers a range of services to meet the needs of the community. These services include:

1. Emergency Food Assistance: The Foodbank provides nutritious food to food pantries, soup kitchens, and families in need. They work tirelessly to ensure that individuals and families have access to the food they need.
2. Volunteer Opportunities: The Foodbank welcomes individuals, groups, families, and workplaces to volunteer. Volunteer activities include packing food boxes, preparing meals, supporting the pantry network, and participating in the Meals-on-Wheels program.
3. Food Sponsorships: Individuals and organizations can support the SE Ohio Foodbank’s fight against hunger by sponsoring a mobile distribution in designated areas of need. Sponsorship benefits include name recognition and the opportunity to volunteer during the distribution.
4. Healthy Eating Initiatives: The Foodbank focuses on sourcing and distributing foods that promote good health, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy, and lean proteins. They collaborate with the
   • Ohio Agricultural Clearance Program (OACP) and
   • the Ohio Food Program (OFP)

to provide nutritious and fresh food options.

5. CSFP Program: The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) assists individuals aged 60 and above who are at nutrition risk. The program provides monthly food boxes containing various USDA donated commodities to eligible individuals in ten counties. Application details are available online or through contacting the Southeast Ohio Foodbank.

Become a Volunteer

The SE Ohio Foodbank encourages individuals, groups, families, and workplaces to become volunteers. By volunteering, you can make a significant impact on the fight against hunger in Southeast Ohio. Volunteer opportunities include packing food boxes, preparing meals, supporting the pantry network, and participating in the Meals-on-Wheels program. For more information on how to get involved as a volunteer, please visit the SE Ohio Foodbank’s website.

Make Donations

Financial donations helps in sustaining the operations of the SE Ohio Foodbank. Donations help run the warehouse, distribute food across the region, and purchase food for those in need. You can support the SE Ohio Foodbank by making a financial contribution. Additionally, the organization encourages advocacy to support Ohio foodbanks in securing funding to address the vital need for families. To make a donation or learn more about supporting the SE Ohio Foodbank, please visit their website.

Conclusion

The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, operated by HAPCAP, is dedicated to addressing food insecurity in Southeast Ohio. By providing emergency food assistance, promoting healthy eating, and addressing the underlying causes of food insecurity. Through volunteer opportunities and financial donations, individuals, groups, and organizations can actively contribute to the fight against hunger in Southeast Ohio. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that no one in the region goes hungry.

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Website: https://hapcap.org/seo-foodbank/

Address: 3 Cardaras Drive

P.O. Box 220

Glouster, OH 45732

Email: info@hapcap.org

Phone:  +17407674500

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HAPCAP

Twitter: https://twitter.com/hapcap

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hapcap.seo/?hl=en