Shared Harvest Foodbank is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger and reducing food insecurity across Southwest Ohio. Since 1983, Shared Harvest has worked to find, rescue, and distribute nutritious food through a network of more than 100 partner agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and community organizations. The organization serves individuals and families in Butler, Darke, Miami, Preble, and Warren counties by providing emergency food assistance, senior nutrition programs, SNAP enrollment support, and community food distributions. Shared Harvest is committed to ensuring that all neighbors have access to healthy food while promoting dignity, collaboration, and community well-being.
? Location: 5901 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014
? Phone: (513) 881-9024
? Website: Shared Harvest Foodbank
? Hours:
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Services Offered:
- Emergency food assistance
- Partner food pantry
- Mobile and drive-thru food distributions
- SNAP application assistance
- Senior food box program (CSFP)
- Community outreach and nutrition support
- Volunteer opportunities
Qualification Guidelines:
- Income guidelines may apply
- Residency verification may be required
- Program eligibility varies by service.
Emergency food pantry serving individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Richland County.
Location: 523 Park Ave E, Mansfield, OH 44905
Phone: (419) 524-0733
Hours:
- Monday: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Thursday: 12:30 PM–5:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Closed Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday.
Website: Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo
Services Offered:
- Emergency food assistance
- Pantry services
- Family support services
- Referral to additional community resources
Qualification Guidelines:
- Richland County residents
- Photo ID required
- Proof of residency required
- Food assistance available once every 30 days.
Description: Regional food bank serving Hocking County through local food pantries, meal sites, SNAP assistance, and emergency food resources.
Hours:
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Closed Saturday & Sunday
Location: 1005 CIC Drive, Logan, OH 43138
Phone: (740) 385-6813
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Website: HAPCAP Foodbank
Services:
- Emergency food assistance
- Food pantry referrals
- SNAP enrollment assistance
- Community meal programs
Qualification Guidelines:
- Primarily serves residents of Hocking County and surrounding Southeast Ohio counties
- Income guidelines may apply for some programs
- Pantry requirements vary by location
Connects families to food resources, emergency assistance, and community support programs.
Hours:
- Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Closed weekends
Website:
United Way of Hocking County
Location: 1005 CIC Drive, Logan, OH 43138
Phone: (740) 385-6813
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Website: HAPCAP Foodbank
Services:
- Food pantry support
- Community resource navigation
- Emergency assistance referrals
Qualification Guidelines:
- Open to Hocking County residents
- No-cost services available
- Some assistance programs may require proof of residency
A public health-supported network connecting residents to multiple local food pantries and community meal sites across Adams County.
?️ FACCES Alignment
- Family Stability: Reduces hunger insecurity
- Community Equity: Countywide pantry coordination
- System Navigation: Central hub for referrals
- Economic Mobility: Supports household budgeting
- Emergency Support: Immediate food access points
- Sustainability: Networked pantry system
? Eligibility
- Open to Adams County residents
- Varies by pantry site (generally income-based or open access)
?️ Services
- Food pantry referrals
- Mobile pantry listings
- Community meal sites
- Nutrition resource navigation
? Location
560 Rice Drive, West Union, OH 45693 (coordination hub)
? Contact
? Website
https://www.adamscountyhealth.org/community-health
Lake County Free Clinic connects residents to emergency food resources, SNAP assistance, and local nutrition support programs.
? Hours
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
? Location
54 South State Street
Painesville, OH 44077
? Contact
Phone: (440) 352-8686
Website: https://www.lakefreeclinic.org
? Eligibility
Lake County residents; uninsured or underinsured preferred for clinic services.
? Cost
Free
? Tips
Ask about additional household support referrals during your visit.
A community-based food pantry offering free groceries and pantry staples to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Distribution is ongoing and designed to support Lake County residents.
? Hours
Food Pantry Distribution: Wednesdays 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Church Office: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
? Location
8600 Mentor Ave
Mentor, OH 44060
? Contact
Phone: (440) 255-3496
Website: Mentor United Methodist Church
✅ Eligibility
Open to individuals and families in need; residency verification may be requested.
? Cost
Free
? Tips
Bring photo ID and reusable grocery bags.
A long-standing community hub offering free meals, pantry access, clothing, and family support services on Cleveland’s Near West Side.
? Hours
- Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
? Location
2416 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland, OH
? Contact
216-771-3036
? Website
https://www.malachicenter.org
? Services
- Hot meals & pantry
- Clothing & hygiene
- Youth & family programs
? Requirements
None
? Cost
FREE
? Tips
One of the best “all-in-one” resource stops.
The largest hunger relief organization in Northeast Ohio, connecting residents to free groceries, mobile pantries, and hot meals across Cuyahoga County.
? Hours
- Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
? Location
15500 S Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, OH
? Contact
216-738-2067
? Website
http://www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org
? Services
- Free groceries & distributions
- Mobile food pantries
- SNAP assistance
? Requirements
Income-based for some programs
? Cost
FREE
? Tips
Use their site to find a pantry by ZIP code.
Provides free access to education resources, job help, tutoring, and digital learning tools for all ages.
? Hours
Varies by branch (most open 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM weekdays)
? Location
325 N Michigan St
Toledo, OH 43604
? Contact
Phone: (419) 259-5200
Website: https://www.toledolibrary.org
? Services
? Free computer & internet access
? Tutoring & homework help
? Classes & workshops
? Job search assistance
✅ Requirements
Open to the public
? Cost
✅ FREE
? Tips
Libraries are underrated hubs for career + education support
? Quick Takeaway
Best for flexible, self-paced learning resources