Facing food insecurity can be a daunting challenge, and knowing where to turn for help is crucial. The Greater Cleveland Food Bank understands this need and has established the Community Resource Center, a welcoming space designed to provide immediate food assistance and connect individuals with vital social services. Located at 15500 S. Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, OH 44110, the center is open to the public and ready to support those in need. If you’re wondering “is the Food Bank Open Today?”, you’ll find the answer and much more information below.
The Community Resource Center operates with convenient hours to accommodate varying schedules, ensuring greater accessibility for everyone seeking support. Here are the operational hours to help you plan your visit:
- Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Extended Hours)
- Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (By appointment only)
Please note that the Healthy Choice Market hours within the Resource Center may differ slightly from the general operational hours listed above.
The Greater Cleveland Food Bank initiated the Community Resource Center to address the escalating demand for food assistance within the six counties it serves. The statistics highlight the pressing need: over 80% of Ohio households relying on food banks are doing so due to soaring food costs. Furthermore, a staggering two out of three households have had to compromise on meal sizes or skip meals altogether to stretch their food resources. In the past year alone, the Food Bank served nearly 425,000 individuals, with 25% being first-time recipients of food assistance. This underscores the increasing number of people facing food insecurity and seeking help for the first time.
The Community Resource Center is designed as a comprehensive hub, offering several key services under one roof:
- One-Stop Resource Center: Streamlining access to various support services in a single location.
- Healthy Choice Food Market with Extended Hours: Providing nutritious food options with operating hours designed for convenience.
- Collaboration with Non-profits: Partnering with organizations that tackle the underlying causes of food insecurity, offering holistic support beyond immediate food needs.
The Food Bank collaborates with a network of dedicated Community Resource Center Partners, enhancing the range of services available to those in need. For organizations interested in joining this impactful initiative and partnering with the Food Bank, you can express your interest by filling out the partnership form. As the Community Resource Center evolves, the Food Bank appreciates patience during the transition and will reach out regarding visitor capacity and new partnerships.
Additionally, the center is seeking individuals passionate about food and nutrition to conduct cooking demonstrations in the on-site test kitchen. If you have culinary skills to share and are interested in contributing, please fill out the demo kitchen interest form, and the nutrition team will be in touch with you.
If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. Call the Greater Cleveland Food Bank’s Help Center today at 216.738.2067 to find out about immediate support and resources available to you.
