Tampa Jewish Family Services - Food Pantry

Who Can Visit?

Tampa Jewish Family Services never turns anyone away. The food bank serves individuals and families of all faiths throughout Hillsborough County. No faith requirement applies.

Emergency food bags are available by appointment only at this location (the Cohn Campus JCC). Call (813) 960-1848 to schedule an appointment.

How to Register?

To get an emergency food bag, call (813) 960-1848 to make an appointment. Walk-ins are not available for emergency bags at this site.

How Often You Can Visit?

The food bank strives to provide a well-balanced supplement to households each month.

Good to Know

Tampa Jewish Family Services is a non-profit human service agency that serves people of all ages and all walks of life, regardless of race or religion. The food bank distributes more than 7,500 bags of food in a given year. This location (Cohn Campus JCC) offers emergency food bags by appointment only. Monthly community food bank distributions take place at other TJFS-sponsored locations in North and South Tampa.

Food & Essentials

The food bank works to provide a well-balanced supplement to households. Food drives collect items such as tuna fish, peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables, rice, cereal, pasta, beans, cookies, and crackers. All donated items must be non-perishable.

How to Pick Up

Emergency food bags are distributed by appointment only at this Cohn Campus location. Call (813) 960-1848 to schedule your pickup. Monthly community food bank distributions are available at Congregation Beth Am (2030 W Fletcher Ave, North Tampa) and Congregation Rodeph Sholom (2713 Bayshore Blvd, South Tampa).

Additional Support

Tampa Jewish Family Services also offers:

• Financial assistance: Last-resort funds for utilities and rent. Email info@tjfs.org with your contact information, a copy of the bill, and a brief hardship letter to apply.
• Counseling: A Psychological and Social Wellness Center serves Tampa-area residents.

Ways to Give

You can support the food bank in several ways:

• Donate online at the TJFS website
• Donate by check: Mail to Tampa Jewish Family Services, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
• Donate by phone: Call (813) 960-1848. Staff can process donations by American Express, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover.
• Plan a food drive: Organizations can collect non-perishable foods. Call (813) 960-1848 for materials and support.

How to Join the Team?

Volunteers are needed to support packing and distribution for the Community Food Bank. You can register online through the volunteer page or call (813) 960-1848.