So what is food insecurity?
Food insecurity happens when a household has limited or insufficient access to safe and nutritious food.
In the City of Pittsburgh, estimates indicate that 1 in 5 residents experience food insecurity. So how can you help? Here are ways you can support area families, especially during the holidays.
Donate Money or High-Demand Items
Donate cash to your local food bank or provide items like toiletries, canned goods, or other hygiene products.
Local Pittsburgh Food banks include:
● The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
● The East End Cooperative Ministry
Volunteer Your Time
Volunteer at a food bank or local pantry to sort food items or assist people who come to the facility for help.
Participate in a Gleaning Program
Many food banks have gleaning programs where volunteers harvest leftover produce from local partner farms, private or public spaces, or urban gardens to prevent spoilage.
Contact your local food bank if you are interested.
PFP’s Food Drive
Each November, the Pittsburgh Fitness Project conducts a food drive for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. We’ll have boxes in our entryway for donations.
Drop off canned goods, personal care and hygiene products, or non-perishable items like peanut butter.
We'll accept donations through Thanksgiving.
Have a happy and healthy holiday season!