Anyone in central Ohio who needs food is welcome to come. No documents are needed to receive food — just show up during distribution hours. The pantry serves families who need food, clothing, or other household items.
Pre-signup is required before you can pick up food. For Free Food Fridays, sign up starts at 1:00 PM with food served at 4:30 PM until it runs out. For Saturday Giveaways, sign up starts at 12:00 PM (noon) with food served at 2:30 PM until it runs out.
The pantry usually has a healthy mix of fresh fruits and vegetables each week, along with other healthy foods. The items available can change week to week depending on what comes in. Food donations often include items at or near their expiration date, so plan to use what you receive quickly.
Crossroads Community Harvest Food Pantry offers fresh fruits and vegetables as well as organic foods. The pantry receives generous donations from Whole Foods. In addition to food, the Crossroads Community Clothe Me Ministry gives away free clothing every Friday and Saturday from 4:30 PM until gone. Clothing includes new and gently used items for children, teens, and adults — such as school clothes, coats, jackets, blankets, and seasonally appropriate items. Household goods are also available when donated.
Food is distributed during Free Food Fridays and Saturday Giveaways. You sign up when you arrive (at 1:00 PM on Fridays or 12:00 PM on Saturdays), and then food is handed out starting at 4:30 PM on Fridays and 2:30 PM on Saturdays, continuing until supplies run out.
The pantry offers a range of extra help:
Visitors can use the giving table through the week to check for available clothing and household items in addition to the Friday and Saturday giveaways.
Crossroads World Outreach Ministries is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so donations are tax deductible. You can give in several ways:
Volunteers are needed and appreciated at Crossroads. To join:
Volunteers are welcome in every area of ministry. The community is diverse and all are welcome to serve.
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