We currently are serving 191 families who make over 400 visits to our pantry (= serving 1130+ people a month). We are open every Wednesday and Saturday morning.
Three years ago, when we began increasing our fresh produce options, there were guests in tears because they had not been able to afford to purchase much produce. Some varieties were new to many guests, such as eggplant and chard. Our volunteers educated guests on the health benefits of some items and we shared recipes. Now, guests look forward to eggplant and squash! (Japanese Eggplant was a hit last season)
This listing was last updated Jul 15, 2022
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Our distributions are between 10 to 11:15 am. Best to arrive before the distribution begins,
Feel free to call to arrange another time convenient for you to drop off your donation.
Thank you!
Best to call 412-343-1915 to let us know you are coming. We will gratefully accept any whole produce item.
ProducePedia
ProducePedia is a free resource that covers the types of fresh produce that can be delivered to food pantries. Each entry includes information on color, taste, and possible uses. People unfamiliar with the vegetable or fruit will learn how to use it, and those who are familiar with it still might learn a fun fact or two!
The Cooperative Extension sites have a wealth of information for any backyard gardener. Once you go to the site (each one if very different from the others) look for a link for “homes and gardens”, “landscape”, “consumer horticulture”, etc. to find information on improving your backyard garden. Neighboring state sites may offer information your own state’s site lacks.
