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Food Pantry
 
Our Food Pantry is open every Wendesday evening, and on the last Saturday of each month.  Each Wednesday we serve 50 families.  (A family is defined as all relatives living at the same address, whether that is a tiny family of 1, or a large family of 10!)  On Saturday we serve anyone who comes during the time we are open.  For more information, call the church at 614-444-2522 or email FoodPantry@WashingtonAveUMC.org.
 
 

Who can use the Food Pantry?

We are open to anyone who meets the income eligibility.

 

What do I need to bring with me?

On your first visit, you will need ID for each family member living in your home.

 

What happens when I get there?

On your first visit, you will have a short interview in which all family members will be noted in your file.  We will also discuss the household income.  If you meet the eligibility, you will then be called to "shop."

 

Shop?

Ours is a "Choice" Food Pantry.  This means that you will be allowed to choose the food for you and your family.  Our staff will help you with the quantities allowed, and you will take one of our shopping carts and make your selections.

 

What kind of food will I get?

Based upon what we have in stock, you may select from an assortment of meats, vegetables, fruits, cereals, canned goods, crackers, breads, and more.  Our inventory is always changing.

 

What about other things, like toilet paper or diapers?

Remember that this is a FOOD pantry.  Sometimes we have other household items available, but we don't guarantee it.

 

Can I come every week?

Each family is eligible to visit our Food Pantry twice per calendar month.  The last two Wednesdays are the most busy.

 

Can someone else get my food if I can't get there?

No.  You are the only person who can sign for your account.

 

Can I call ahead and have you hold a number for me?

No.  All numbers are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.  If you do not arrive in time to get a number, you are still welcome to stay for dinner.

 

 

Food Pantry Hours

 

Wednesday - 7:00 P.M.

 

Serving 50 families each week

 

Up to 25 numbers will be distributed prior to our church service at 5:15 P.M.  Enter the sanctuary by going up the stairs on the Washington Avenue side of the building.

 

The remaining numbers will be distributed just before dinner, beginning at 6:00 P.M.  Enter the Fellowship Hall by going down the ramp or stairs on the Washington Avenue side of the building to the red basement door.

 

Please allow 2-3 hours from the time you receive your number until you finish shopping.  You're invited to dinner, and your children ages 4-14 are welcome to join our crafts and activities.  See our Wonderful Wednesday page for more information.

 

We will remain open until all families have been served.

 

Saturday - 12:00 to 1:00 P.M.

 

Serving all who come during this hour.

 

This is available on the LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH ONLY.

 

There is no meal served on Saturday.  There are no children's activities on Saturday. 

 

Enter the Fellowship Hall by going down the ramp or stairs on the Washington Avenue side of the building to the red basement door.

 

 

      Some of the many items available for our Food Pantry families