Salvation Army (Doan Ave)

Who Can Visit?

The food pantry at Salvation Army East Cleveland is free and open to anyone who needs groceries. Food is always free and no one is ever turned away. New clients are welcome on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Residents with an East Cleveland zip code can also visit on Thursdays. All pantry hours run from 9:00 am to 11:30 am.

Food & Essentials

The pantry provides free groceries for families and individuals in need. The Salvation Army also serves hot meals to the community five days a week, feeding hundreds of people daily, including children in after-school programs, older adults in senior programs, and neighbors in need.

How to Pick Up

Come to the Salvation Army Corps Community Center in East Cleveland during pantry hours to pick up groceries or get a hot meal.

Additional Support

Beyond food, Salvation Army East Cleveland offers a range of services to help the community:

• SNAP Help: Staff can pre-screen you to see if you qualify for the Federal Food Support Program and help you complete your application.
• Senior Programs: Older adults can access mid-day meals, transportation help, educational classes, and social activities like dances and seminars.
• Youth Programs: After-school programs are available for children in the community.
• Utility Assistance: Emergency help is available for families who need assistance with utility bills.
• Computer Room: An on-site computer room is available for community members.
• Housing Help: The Salvation Army has an open-door policy for anyone who needs help with housing or finding a place to stay.
• Community Care Ministries: Volunteers visit people who are homebound, hospitalized, or living in care facilities to provide friendship and encouragement.
• Counseling: Spiritual care and pastoral counseling are available.

Facilities

The center has a gym, an exercise room, and showers available for community members.

Ways to Give

You can support Salvation Army East Cleveland in several ways:

• Donate Money: Give online at the donation page or give by cash, check, or mail.
• Donate Goods: Drop off clothing, furniture, and household items. Schedule a pickup or find drop-off options at satruck.org. The money raised through Salvation Army Stores funds programs in the community.
• Donate a Vehicle: Vehicle donations are accepted.
• Corporate Partnerships: Businesses can create a partnership to support the work.

How to Join the Team?

To volunteer, fill out the volunteer application form. There are one-time opportunities like serving a meal or ringing a bell during the holidays, ongoing roles like working with youth or using professional skills, and group volunteer activities for families, coworkers, or civic groups.