SNAP benefits, also known as food stamps, are expected to be frozen in November.
To help people find resources, WYSO has rounded up details for many of the Dayton-area and southwest Ohio groups providing support. There are also opportunities to donate and volunteer with many of these nonprofits.
If you'd like to add a local group, organization or distribution to the list please email Shay Frank at sfrank@wyso.org.
The Foodbank, Inc.:
The Foodbank, Inc., serving Montgomery, Greene and Preble counties, is offering multiple pathways for assistance during this SNAP funding freeze.
Residents can use the Pantry Locator Tool by typing their ZIP code. Each Pantry is different, so the Foodbank suggests calling ahead to check hours and ask about requirements.
There are also multiple Mobile Pantries bringing food directly into neighborhoods, listed on the Foodbank's website. All are welcome and no pre-registration is required.
Additional resources outside of the organization's network have also been listed through the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area helplink at 211 or (937) 225-3000 or via their website.
Miami Valley Meals:
Miami Valley Meals is preparing bulk meals for food pantries, social service groups and churches serving those in need.
The nonprofit is currently promoting additional community services through their partners, as well as local resources for food and other aid including Meals on Wheels and Dayton Children's Resource Hub.
Additional information and aid can be found on community Facebook groups including Feed the Community Dayton and Dayton Ohio Food Pantry and Resources Group.
Dayton Metro Library:
Some Dayton Metro Library locations have partnered with The Foodbank Inc. to provide on-site food pantries.
Those locations include the Huber Heights Branch Library, open on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The Main Library, open on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 3 to 5 p.m.
The Miamisburg Branch, open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m.
The Miami Township Branch, open 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
The Northwest Branch Library, open on the 1st Monday of each month from 11 am to Noon and on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 4 to 5 p.m.
The West Branch Library, open on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Have A Gay Day:
Have A Gay Day is currently waiving all delivery fees for Project DASH members as part of DoorDash's response to the pause in SNAP funding.
The food pantry at 1902 Needmore Road. in Dayton said it "will be getting creative" with how it provides additional food to the community through deliveries.
More information can be found at haveagayday.org.
Good Neighbor House:
Good Neighbor House at 627 E. First St. in Dayton is inviting those in need to visit their parking lot and call 937-224-3003 to speak with an intake volunteer about their food pantry drive-thru.
Visitors can stay in their vehicle to receive pantry items during the SNAP freeze 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
House of Deliverance Worship Center:
The House of Deliverance Worship Center hosts a food pantry at 333 S. 2nd St., Hamilton. Food and monetary donations are being accepted.
Hours for the pantry are from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Bishop Greg Andrews said visitors can contact him for more information about about how to donate at andrewsgregJ@yahoo.com or by phone at (513) 884-8300
Grocery Fairies of Dayton Ohio:
Grocery Fairies of Dayton Ohio is a community Facebook page, connecting people in the community that are able to help to those in need fulfill specific grocery requests in the community.
The Yellow Springs Community Foundation:
The Yellow Springs Community Foundation has a Food Security field of interest fund, accepting donations that pay for many programs in the Village, including Tom’s grocery cards, free public meals, and other food assistance through Village Outreach at the Police Department or other nonprofits in town.
The organization is also working with the town’s food pantry at Central Chapel AME Church on 286 E. Church St., Xenia. It’s open on the first and second Wednesday of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. for carry-out.
Multiple donation locations are spread across the Yellow Springs area, including YS Porch, which provides a monthly food pick up on porches in the community.
Interested donors can contact yellowsprings@porchcommunities.org in advance for their first Monday of the month porch pick up.
Little Free Pantry, located behind the Presbyterian Church and across the street from Mills Lawn front entrance at 201 Walnut St., Yellow Springs. Those interested in connecting with the pantry or learning more can contact Kimberly Horn at yslittlefreepantry@gmail.com.
Additional pantries and information in the Yellow Springs and Xenia area can be found at yscf.org.
Who’s Hungry Soup Kitchen:
Who’s Hungry, a Yellow Springs soup kitchen, also hosts two free meals per week at Mazu Global Street Dining. It posts meal information and updates on its Facebook at Who’s Hungry.
The Beloved Community Project:
The Beloved Community Project is a nonprofit based in Yellow Springs that offers free meals on the third Saturday of each month from Noon to 2 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Yellow Springs, 314 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs.
In addition to the monthly meal, the project offers tables full of staple grocery and household items and a variety of freshly-baked bread. They also provide fresh produce, typically purchased the morning of distributions from vendors at the Yellow Springs Markers Market.
Those interested in learning more or donating can contact Kate Anderson at yskate@gmail.com
Where to donate and how to help
Multiple food banks, pantries and churches across the community are currently accepting donations of extra food and monetary contributions.
Some of those locations include:
The Foodbank Inc.
56 Armor Place, Dayton, OH 45417
Website: thefoodbankdayton.org
Phone: 937-461-0265
Currently accepting non-perishable food, canned goods, pasta, rice, shelf-stable items, and monetary donations.
Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley (Choice Food Pantry)
922 W. Riverview Ave., Dayton, OH 45402
Website: cssmv.org
Phone: 937-223-7217 ext. 1114
Currently accepting non-perishable food donations to support families, seniors, and individuals in crisis.
House of Bread
9 Orth Ave., Dayton, OH 45402
Website: houseofbread.org
Phone: 937-226-1520
Currently accepting food, pantry staples, and fresh produce to help serve the community hot, nutritious meals.
Have A Gay Day (Community Food Pantry)
1902 Needmore Rd., Dayton, OH 45414
Website: haveagayday.org
Phone: 937-469-7629
Currently accepting non-perishables, toiletries, pet food, and cleaning products.
The Hearth Community Place
3415 Linden Ave., Dayton, OH 45410
Website: thehearthdayton.org
Phone: 937-903-9791
Currently accepting food and personal care donations for their Tuesday client-choice food pantry.
Epiphany Lutheran Church - The Pantry
6430 Far Hills Ave., Centerville, OH 45459
Website: epiphanydayton.org
Phone: 937-433-1449
Currently accepting non-perishable food, clothing, and household items.
South Community Caring Hands Food Pantry
(Call for drop-off instructions)
Phone: 937-293-8300
Website: southcommunity.com
Currently accepting non-perishable food donations Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
AFL-CIO Labor Food Pantry
6550 Poe Ave., Dayton, OH 45414
Phone: 937-454-6901
Currently accepting non-perishable food donations to support working families and union members in need.
Belmont United Methodist Church Food Pantry
2701 S. Smithville Rd., Dayton, OH 45420
Phone: 937-254-1788
Currently accepting food donations during the week to support food assistance on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays each month.
Bogg Ministries Mobile Pantry
9095 Washington Church Rd., Miamisburg, OH 45342
Phone: 937-435-9966 ext. 174
Website: thebogg.org
Currently accpeting donations to serve Miamisburg, Kettering, and West Carrollton communities.
Springboro Community Assistance Center
Currently accepting donations but requests that visitors contact them for drop-off info to support families in need with food and emergency essentials throughout Warren County.
