Feeding the Hungry
Food Services
OPEN M Food Services provides a source of nourishment to families experiencing hunger through a comprehensive group of food programs. Our programs help keep food on the table through emergency food assistance, direct distributions, supplemental food programs, lunches and more, made possible through partnerships with food banks, grocery stores, donations and volunteers.
Emergency Food Pantry
Referral Only (Call Info Line 211)
Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 am - 2 pm
The Emergency Food Pantry provides referred participants with a three-day supply of shelf-stable products and fresh foods. Participants are eligible for food every 31 days. If picking up for someone else, you must have a current proxy on file.
Grab & Go Lunch
Last 2 Weeks of Each Month (Except Nov. & Dec.)
Mon. - Fri. 11:30 am - 1 pm
Grab & Go Lunch provides fresh, healthy meals to the community. It is provided in partnership with churches, organizations and community groups who purchase, prepare and serve each meal.
Mountain of Food
Third Friday Each Month
9 - 11 am
A Direct Distribution program of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank hosted by OPEN M. It is a one-day, bulk distribution of foods such as produce, meat, breads and more. Participants must bring an ID with an address. No referral or pre-registration is required for this program. If picking up for someone else, you must have a current proxy on file.
Senior Supplemental Food Program
Multiple Days Within the 2nd Week of Each Month
In partnership with the state of Ohio and the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, the Senior Supplemental Food Program helps improve the health of elderly citizens through supplemental and nutritious food boxes. Participants must meet income guidelines and be pre-registered for the program.
Blessing Box
The Blessing Box is an outdoor pantry box stocked with non-perishable sacked meals for those in need of emergency assistance after-hours when the Emergency Food Pantry is closed.
“Without you, my kids wouldn’t have anything to eat. Thank you.”
— Food Services Participant
How You Can Help
At OPEN M, we are helping to improve the lives of those in the Greater Akron community facing hunger, but we can’t do it without your help. In 2022, we made 50,634 connections resulting in the distribution of grocery items, meals and personal care items valued at $1,559,998. By donating your time or money, you will help keep food on the table for families in need. For more information, call 330-434-0110 ext. 416 or email food@openm.org.
