The Parma Hunger Center is open to residents of the city of Parma whose total household income falls below the Federal guidelines.
You must make an appointment before every visit.
Call 216-316-5772 on a Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday to be assigned a time slot. Don't call on Tuesdays or Fridays since the center is very busy on those days.
Bring an ID that shows your address is within the city of Parma.
You can visit once per month.
Each visit provides approximately an eight-day supply of food. The exact amount varies based on your family size.
The Hunger Center provides a large variety of canned, boxed, and bottled foods, chicken and other meats, and fresh produce when available through the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Non-food items are also distributed as supply allows, including laundry soap, dish soap, toothpaste, and deodorant.
You don't need to enter the building. When you arrive, stay in your car and join the formed line in the parking lot at the back of the church, near Tuxedo Ave. Volunteers will come to each car and bring your pantry items directly to you.
Food donations are welcome. The best times to drop off are Tuesdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or Friday mornings between 9 a.m. and noon. Please check the dates on any food items before donating.
The Parma Hunger Center needs volunteers in several roles. They're looking for someone to answer the scheduling phone, take client appointments, and create the distribution schedule from home on a flexible call schedule. They also need a door person on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon, and people to help move large boxes into cars during distribution. Call the Church Office if you'd like to help. They'll train anyone willing to give it a try.
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