Ensuring Food Security for All
We’ve seen some big wins for food security locally and nationally recently. Governor Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Davis took executive action and declared a disaster emergency, released $5 million in state funding to food banks, and organized private donations through the SNAP Emergency Relief Fund, helping keep food on Pennsylvania families’ tables during the federal shutdown.
Then the Pennsylvania legislature passed our budget, which includes an $11 million increase for the State Food Purchase Program and Farmers’ Market Voucher program. The State Food Purchase Program provides grant funding to help food banks purchase needed food. The Farmers’ Market Voucher program provides income-eligible seniors with vouchers to purchase fresh produce at local farmers markets during the summer months. Both of these programs go a long way toward providing fresh, local food for those who need it most while supporting our local small farms– a huge win for all Pennsylvanians.
In addition, the federal government passed their budget, funding SNAP through 2026.
Despite these legislative fixes, food insecurity continues to affect families across Pennsylvania, especially our kids and our seniors. That’s why I continue to support universal free breakfast and lunch in school. No one in the richest country in the world should have to choose between paying bills and putting food on the table. It’s important to me that every child, family, and senior in Pennsylvania has the food and dignity they deserve.
My office is hosting a food drive now through December 1 to collect needed pantry items for North Hills Community Outreach and Feeding the Flock. Please help out our neighbors in need by donating if you are able.
Local Food Pantries & Resources
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
Address: 1 North Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
Phone: 833-822-7627 or 412-460-3663
Website: https://findfood.pittsburghfoodbank.org
“Provides search tools to assist individuals in finding food resources, including food pantries, summer food programs for children, soup kitchens, and senior food boxes.”
North Hills Community Outreach- Allison Park Food Pantry
Address: 1975 Ferguson Road, Allison Park
Hours:
- Tuesday, October 28, 11 am -1 pm
- Tuesday, November 4, 5 pm-7 pm
- Tuesday, November 11, 1 pm-3 pm
- Tuesday, November 25, 11 am-1 pm
Phone: 412-487-6316
Note: This location has Senior Boxes
North Hills Community Outreach- Millvale Food Pantry
Address: 416 Lincoln Avenue, 2nd Floor, Millvale
Hours: Wednesday, November 19, 10 am-1 pm
Phone: 412-487-6316
Note: One of only 6 food pantries in Pittsburgh that offers a gluten- free section
North Hills Community Outreach- North Boroughs*
Address: 939 California Avenue, Pittsburgh
Hours:
- Thursday, October 23, 2 pm – 4 pm
- Thursday, November 6, 2 pm – 4 pm
- Thursday, November 13, 4 pm – 6 pm
- Thursday, November 20, 2 pm – 4pm
Phone: 412-487-6316
North Hills Food Pantry
Address: 845 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15529
Hours: Weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am – 1:45 pm
Phone: 412-366-7477
Website: https://www.northhillsfoodbank.org/
Network of Hope Food Pantry
Address: 2326 Duncan Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 1510
Hours: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month 10 am – 1 pm
Phone: 412-487-6316
Pittsburgh Higher Ground Food Pantry
Address: 3505 Perrysville Avenue, Pittsburgh
Hours: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month 11 am-12:30 pm
Phone: 412-894-5225
St. Mary of Assumption-Food Pantry
Address: 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw
Hours: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month 3 pm – 4 pm
Phone: 412-486-4021
Bread of Life Food Pantry
Address: 94 Locust Street, Etna
Hours:
- 1st Wednesday monthly: 10 am – 11:45 pm
- 2nd Wednesday monthly: 1 pm – 2:45 pm
- 3rd Wednesday monthly: 6 pm – 7:45 pm
Phone: 412-781-3056
Website: https://www.breadoflifeetna.org/
Note: This location has Senior Boxes
Pittsburgh Higher Ground Food Pantry
Address: 3505 Perrysville Avenue
Hours: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month 11 am – 12:30 pm
Phone: 412-894-5225
Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Food Pantry
Address: 300 Glen Avenue
Hours:
- 1st Wednesday monthly: 10 am- 12 pm
- 2nd Wednesday monthly: 1 pm-3 pm
- 3rd Wednesday monthly:6 pm-8 pm
Phone: 412-486-8400 (Church’s number)
Website: https://www.glenshawchurch.org/wp/
Allegheny Valley Association of Churches Food Bank
Address: 1913 Freeport Road, Natrona Heights
Hours: Call number for food pantry hours
Phone: 724-226-0606
Website: https://www.avaoc.org
Note: This location has Senior Boxes
Jubilee Soup Kitchen & Pantry*
Address: 2005 Wyandotte Street
Hours: Daily meals 10 am- 11 am
- Pantry open on Wednesdays 9:30 am-11 am
Phone: 412-261-5417
Sharpsburg Food Pantry
Address: 210 Garnier Street, Sharpsburg
Hours: 3rd Thursday of every month 9 am-12 pm and 4 pm-6:30 pm
Phone: 412-781-2866
Website: https://sharpsburgfoodpantry.org/
Note 1: Prepacked food distribution is also available Tuesday mornings 9:00 am – 10:00 am.
Note 2: TEFAP program: must apply by calling: 412-781-2866
Salvation Army Allegheny Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen
Address: 917 Brackenridge Ave, Brackenridge
Hours:
- Food Pantry: Thursdays 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Soup Kitchen: Thursdays 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Phone: 724-224-6310
Website: https://www.avaoc.org
Note: This location has Senior Boxes
Forged in Faith Church Food Pantry
Address: 810 Little Deer Creek, Russellton
Hours:
- 2nd Tuesday monthly: 11 am – 1 pm and 4pm – 6 pm
- 4th Tuesday monthly: 11 am-1 pm
Phone: 724-230-6009
Website: https://www.forgedinfaithchurch.com/food-bank
Facebook: Forged-In-Faith-Church-Food-Bank
Freeport Council of Churches*
Address: 323 Fifth St, Freeport
Hours: 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm-5pm
Phone: 724-548-3408
Faith Community Partners Central Presbyterian Church
Address: 305 Allegheny St, Tarentum
Hours:
- $1 Breakfast on 3rd Saturday monthly 8 am-12 pm
- Hot Lunch available most Saturdays at 12 pm
- Emergency Food Pantry monthly
Phone: 724-224-9220
Roots of Faith
Address: 800 Main St, Sharpsburg Valley Rd,
Hours: Thursdays 6 pm
- 1st, 2nd, 4th Thursday doors open at 5:30 pm
- 3rd Thursday doors open at 5 pm
Phone: 724-799-0111
Note: Free community dinners, resources, and social services.
Dinner is served at 6 pm.
Feeding the Flock
Address: 490 Nixon Rd, Cheswick
Hours: Thursdays 10 am – 1 pm and 3 pm- 6 pm
Phone: 724-410-7941
Lower Valley Community Food Bank
Address: 325 School St, Springdale
Hours: Distribution on 1st and 3rd week of the month 1pm-3pm
- Upcoming: Nov. 6 and 20, Dec. 4 and 18
Phone: 724-226-0606
Fox Chapel Area School Districts
Fox Families Care
Services: Provides grocery gift cards and $100 Thanksgiving food gift card to families in need.
Note: FCASD families can request assistance by contacting their child’s school counselor
Backpack for Hunger
Services: Discreetly provide backpacks with essential food supplies to support students and their families for the evening, over the weekend, or during school breaks.
Note: FCASD families can request assistance by contacting their child’s school counselor or calling 412-418-6254
Second Harvest Community Fridge
Address: 624 Clay Street, Sharpsburg
Hours: Fridge available 24/7.
- Mobile food pantry offered every Tuesday from 4-6 pm
- Food distribution every Sunday begins at 11:30 am
Note: There is no guarantee that the fridge or pantry will be stocked at any given time.
Sharpsburg Family Worship Center
Address: 200 8th Street
Hours: Wednesdays dinner served 6 pm-6:30 pm
Phone: 724-799-0701
Note: Please call the number if you need emergency food support
Millvale Free Fridge and Pantry*
Address: 213 Grant Avenue
Hours: Both fridge and pantry are accessible to the public 24/7
Note: Stocked with fresh and frozen groceries and meals from community members and local food partners.
Wilkinsburg Community Ministry*
Address: 702 Wood Street
Hours: Fridays 9 am- 1 pm
Phone: 412-241-8072
Website: http://wcm15221.org/
Note: Offers food pantry, hot meals, and senior programs
* Outside of D38 but close in proximity
Most Needed Items
Monetary Donation
($1 could provide up to three meals)
Canned Fruits Packed in 100% Juice
Low Sodium/No Salt Added Canned Vegetables
Low Sodium/ No Salt Added Canned Beans & Soup
Canned Tuna or Chicken Packed in Water
Whole-Grain Cereal, Oats & Pasta
Peanut Butter
Paper Products
Household Items
Hygiene Items
Feminine Products, Razors
Infants & Kids
Diapers, Wipes, Pedialyte, 100% Juice Fruit Cups, Granola Bars, Crackers, Juice Boxes, NO Baby Food
Seniors
Nutritional Shakes & Drinks, Adult Hygiene Products
Who to Contact at the Federal Level
Your voice matters. Contact your federal officials and urge them to take swift action to restore funding for food assistance and other essential services.
CONGRESSMAN CHRISTOPHER DELUZIO
Representing the 17th Congressional District
412-344-5583 | deluzio.house.gov/email-me
CONGRESSWOMAN SUMMER LEE
Representing the 12th Congressional District
412-214-5000 | summerlee.house.gov/email-me
How You Can Help
Stay Involved
Contact Your federal representatives and let them know how important food aid is
Donate Food and Funds
Food pantries are expecting a major surge in need. Help keep shelves stocked!
Spread the Word
Let other know so they can prepare themselves and their families.