Everyone is welcome here. Barakah Muslim Charity helps people in need without any discrimination of gender, faith, race, or color, and visitors and volunteers alike describe a warm, welcoming place. A
Who Can Visit?
The food pantry is open to neighbors living in the 14608, 14611, and 14619 zip codes, as well as members of Church of Love Faith Center. Your confidentiality is always respected.
Good to Know
The pantry runs in partnership with Foodlink and takes a holistic approach to helping visitors. Along with food support, the team shares information about local community opportunities.
How to Pick Up
The pantry has personal shoppers on the volunteer team who help you select your food items during your visit.
Additional Support
The team can connect you with community resources like education programs, job training, and other local support services. Reach them at thefoodpantry@colfc.org or call (585) 449-8472.
Ways to Give
To donate food, contact Tracey Miller at thefoodpantry@colfc.org or call (585) 449-8472.
How to Join the Team?
There are several volunteer roles available, including Security and Greeter, Personal Shopper, Resident Intake, and Food Delivery Intake. Children and teens can also help by drawing pictures and writing "Dear Friend" letters for the pantry walls. All new volunteers complete self-paced training courses provided by Foodlink. To get started, contact thefoodpantry@colfc.org or call (585) 449-8472.
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