According to the USDA's latest Household Food Insecurity in the United States report, more than 35 million people in the United States struggled with hunger in 2019. In 2018, 14.3 million American households were food insecure with limited or uncertain access to enough food.

How can you help ?

​Do you know someone that could use a hand ? Please share our information. We need to stick together especially during this difficult time. Our main focus is food insecurity. No one should be hungry. 
The Hunger Coalition is here to connect services with people here in Otsego County NY. 

​Please call the Pantry First before dropping off items. Many Pantries are ONLY accepting money due to COVID 19 or reach out to the Network regarding food drives in the area. We will post events on our News Page or Facebook Page.

Popular items to donate

The Food Bank needs nutritious, non-perishable, non-expired foods:
  • Meals in a can (stew, chili, soup)
  • Tuna and canned meat
  • Peanut butter
  • Canned foods with pop-top lids
  • Low-sugar cereals
  • 100% fruit juices in single serving boxes
  • Canned fruit packed in juice
  • Canned vegetables (low salt)
  • Cleaning Supplies
  • Toiletries 
  • ​Cash $$$$$ 

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Boxed for distribution.
The Food Bank needs nutritious, non-perishable, non-expired single-serving foods for use in programs for children.
  • Pop-Top Tuna
  • 100% Fruit Rolls
  • Raisins
  • Graham Crackers
  • Unsweetened Applesauce
  • Cheese and Crackers
  • Fruit Cups
  • Low-sugar Cereal Bowls
  • Pretzels
  • 100% Fruit Juice Boxes
  • Granola Bars (without peanuts)
  • Diapers Toddler Sizes 

Items not covered by SNAP 

  • Toiletries, soap, shampoo, toothpaste
  • Cleaning Supplies
  • paper products
  • plastic wrap, sandwich bags  
Due to COVID most pantries are restricting incoming food donations. Please check with the Pantry prior to dropping off. Monetary Donations are always welcome.  ​

Help ensure our children stay healthy