People who need it and have food stamps. Basically homeless people and people who dont have much can benefit from it.
Local food banks will provide emergency food for needy persons and families.
You can visit www.oashf.com for food banks in Ohio.
The main staples that emergency food banks offer to those who need them is a 100 coupon
Feeding America has a really good online resource for emergency assistance. You can search by zip code or by state to find emergency food banks in your area. The link to the website is: http://feedingamerica.org/
Whoever really needs food can go to the food banks. Sometimes you have to sign up by filling out a few papers. Most food banks will let you return at least once per month.
Harry Chapin food bank is the largest food bank in southwest FL.
Little Elm Food Bank, Horizons Church Storehouse and Christian Community Action are all emergency food banks near Lewisville, Texas.
You would apply at your local food stamp or social security office. Low income people and families are usually granted food stamps. Also, in emergency cases some may be eligible within 24 hours.
Capital Area Foodbank serves Washington, DC. You can visit their website at www.capitalareafoodbank.org.
The Georgia Food Bank is located in Tallapoosa, GA. This food bank lends its hand in helping disadvantaged families with food, medical supplies, and beauty aid.
There’s nothing worse for a family than falling on hard times and realizing you simply don’t have enough money to buy groceries and have little to no food in the house. But, there is a short-term solution while you are trying to get your family’s finances back on track - local emergency food banks will often provide at least a few days worth of food for your family, so you can eat while seeking out long-term help. A quick look in your local yellow pages will often yield at least a few listing of local social service organizations, these places often have emergency food banks or can point you in the right direction to find them. Make sure you have all documentation necessary to prove your situation to local emergency food banks. There are many food pantries that do not ask for documentation besides a photo id or copy of a utility bill, others will want more detailed information before providing food. Usually photo id for head of household, a copy of utility bills and rental agreement or lease is needed. Some places may require social security cards. Make sure you have all of these documents at the ready when asking for assistance, this will help you get assistance quicker and will help the emergency food bank ensure that you are not committing fraud. Some emergency food banks require a referral from a local department of human services, church or other organization before providing help. Be willing to tell you situation to anyone and everyone to get help. Some churches also have emergency food banks or pantries certain times of the month, this is especially helpful if you are already a member of the church, although most churches will provide help to non-members. Even if they do not have a food pantry, it doesn’t hurt to ask local churches if they know of any emergency food banks - most will have a list they can provide you of places that will help your family. Being in a position of having to ask for help is difficult, but sometimes necessary. Follow any requirements your local emergency food bank has and they will be happy to help your family get through a difficult time.
Most communities have local emergency food banks, contact your city government office to see if they know where any are. Also, many churches have food programs to help the community.