10/29/2025
If you or someone you know is struggling to put food on the table due to the upcoming SNAP benefit pause or the government shutdown, please know youβre not alone.
Our Dayton community is strong and there are local organizations ready to help today. π
Here are some of the top food assistance options in the Greater Dayton area β¬οΈ
π₯ The Foodbank, Inc.
π 56 Armor Pl, Dayton, OH 45417
βοΈ (937) 461-0265
β‘οΈ Serves as the central hub for over 100 local food pantries. Check their mobile pantry schedule: thefoodbankdayton.org/mobile-pantries
π₯¦ Catholic Social Services β Choice Food Pantry
π 922 W. Riverview Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
βοΈ (937) 223-7217
β‘οΈ Open MonβFri mornings; residents in zip codes 45402, 45405, 45406, 45417, 45428.
π House of Bread
π 9 Orth Ave, Dayton, OH 45406
βοΈ (937) 226-1520
β‘οΈ Serves a free hot lunch every single day of the year β no questions asked. houseofbread.org
π₯« The Hearth Community Place
π 3415 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH 45410
β‘οΈ Food pantry open Tuesdays 2β7 p.m. (closed first Tuesday monthly).
π With Godβs Grace Free Store & Pantry
π 5505 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414
β‘οΈ Free groceries and community meals for families in need.
π AFL-CIO Labor Food Pantry
π 6550 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
βοΈ (937) 454-6901
β‘οΈ By appointment, Tuesdays & Thursdays.
π₯ St. Vincent de Paul Society β Dayton
π 124 W Apple St, Dayton, OH 45402
βοΈ (937) 222-5555
β‘οΈ Call for referrals to food pantries in your zip code.
π² Miami Valley Meals
β‘οΈ Provides ready-to-eat meals distributed through local partners. miamivalleymeals.org
π‘ Tips When Visiting a Pantry:
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Bring a photo ID & proof of residence (like a utility bill).
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Call ahead β some sites require appointments.
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You can visit The Foodbankβs pantry locator to find more: thefoodbankdayton.org/locate-pantry
β€οΈ Dayton takes care of Dayton.
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