What food can I get? And how often can I visit?
We ask that you come to the Food Bank every other week. However, if you need food on a weekly basis you will not be turned away.
Some items are offered in unlimited quantities; for other items, quantities are based upon the number of people in your household.
may include the following items, depending upon availability:
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Fresh produce
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Bakery and bread items
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Deli and dairy items
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Frozen foods
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Canned and dry items
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Bonus items, when available
What is required to get food at the food bank?
The Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank is a no-barrier organization that strives to remove obstacles to accessing services. We believe that having basic needs met should be a human right — not a luxury. Are you experiencing food insecurity or having trouble making ends meet? Would a lower grocery bill help with other expenses or maybe help you save for an emergency? Come and see us! We are a community resource and here to help.
Visits to the Food Bank are free of charge and there are no income guidelines to access regular services. No one will be turned away regardless of where you live within Pacific County, with or without an address.
Voluntarily provided personal information is for the Food Bank’s use only. It helps us ensure that enough food is available to serve our community. Information such as name, address, & date of birth are for statistical purposes only. No personal information is ever shared. No documentation is required. No one will be turned away. At our Food Bank check in site, a friendly person will help you to sign up as a client, and you’ll be ready to shop for food the same day. Once you are in our system, you can pick up groceries at any of our locations.
May I pick up for a family or individual that is home bound?
Yes, if you are a Licensed Care Giver, you must have your license information on the Food Bank application. Each client in your care will also need to fill out an application.
You may pick up for a home bound family or individual. That family will need to fill out an application & you will need to bring a signed note from the family when picking up for them.
LEGACY COMMUNITY OUTREACH FOOD BANK
CLIENT ELIGIBILITY POLICY
Which Types Of People Are Usually Eligible To Get Food From Food Banks?
Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank serves people who are experiencing a financial hardship and cannot afford to buy food. Eligibility
often includes people who are unemployed, on government assistance, or have low incomes.
Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank also provides food to the homeless people, the unemployed, the elderly, the undernourished
children, and people with disabilities. To be specific, homeless people are eligible to get food from Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank because they often do not have access to a regular meal. Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank provides a vital service by ensuring that people who are struggling do not go hungry. Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank is a critical resource for people who have lost their jobs. The unemployment rate in Pacific County is currently at 5.4 percent, which means that there are a lot of people who are eligible to get food from the food bank.
Elderly people are eligible to get food from Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank because they are often unable to work and earn an income, which can make it difficult to afford food. Additionally, the elderly may have limited mobility and be unable to shop for groceries or prepare meals. By providing access to Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank, we can help ensure that the elderly have access to nutritious food. Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank provides an invaluable service to those who need it, especially the underprivileged and undernourished. The
children who are eligible to get food from Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank are those who are living in poverty and are not able to
adequately feed themselves. This is a major problem in the United States, where more than 16 million children are living in poverty. There are many reasons why these children are struggling to get enough food. One reason is that they often live in areas with a high cost of living and low wages. Additionally, many of these children are raised by single parents who struggle to make ends meet. And finally, many of these children do not have access to healthy food options, which can lead to malnutrition.
Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank provides an important safety net for these children, giving them the sustenance they need to stay healthy
and thrive. They offer a variety of nutritious foods, which can help prevent malnutrition and other health problems. And they provide a much-needed
sense of stability and support for these children and their families. Furthermore, people with disabilities are also qualified to get food from Legacy Community Outreach Food Banks because they often have a difficult time providing for themselves and their families. Many disabled people are unable to work, so they rely on government assistance or food banks to help them survive. Additionally, people with disabilities often have extra expenses related to their disability, such as medical bills or transportation costs, that make it hard for them to afford food. If you meet all of these criteria, then you may be eligible to receive food from Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank. The amount of food assistance you receive will depend on how many people are in your household. Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank strives to provide enough food for each person in need.
Will Food Pantries Still Give You Food Even If You’re Not Qualified Or Ineligible?
Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank is a vital resource for those who are struggling to make ends meet, but what happens if you are not eligible
to receive food from the bank? Will food pantries still give food to those who need it? The answer is yes, Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank will still give food to those who need it, even if you are not qualified or ineligible. The staff at these pantries understand that everyone is going through tough times, and they are happy to help those who are in need. So, if you are struggling to make ends meet, do not hesitate to reach out to Legacy Community Outreach Food Bank. They will be more than happy to help you get back on your feet.
