Food Assistance

Network of more than 30 food pantries throughout Stark County Emergency food pantry at the Goodwill Community Campus 408 9th St SW Canton, OH 44707 Monday: 9:15am - 2:35pm Tuesday: 9:15am - 3:35pm Wednesday: 9:15am - 3:35pm Thursday: 9:15am - 2:35pm Friday: 9:15am - 1:35pm

After being met outside to register, they pull up and load their cars with a grocery basket of canned and boxed food, meat, produce, baked goods and cold food that have been gathered by pantry volunteers.

Every 1st and 3rd Saturday, All Saints Pantry Ministry is open to the community at 1:00 PM until food runs out. ID required.

Walk-in service for NARCAN kits every Thursday from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm in partnership with Canton Public Health. Their food pantry is open the second, third, and fourth Fridays each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Free Store and Fresh Market provides gently used clothing, household items, and fresh produce to individuals and families in a hospitable atmosphere that affirms the self-worth of each individual.  We have organized separate shopping areas for children’s clothes, toys, and other items as well as an area for household items, women’s and men’s clothing.  Additionally, we have a produce market where our old chapel used to be where people can shop for free, fresh, and healthy foods for their families.  Our Fresh Market provides free produce and grocery items to the community and is another way we live out our vision of healthy homes and holy hearts for all people. Donations for the Free Store We accept donations of gently used clothing and household items.  Donations are accepted Tuesdays through Fridays 9am – 4pm or by appointment. Due to space limitations, we ask that you please call the church to arrange donations of large furniture.

Faith United provides a hot meal and pantry the last Saturday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Groceries are available to take home on the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Clothes and shoes for Sandy Valley Local School District students.   Food pantry: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.

Delivery is available if needed.

Groceries are available to take home the fourth Saturday of each month from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. if you have pre-registered. (To pre-register, call the number below for more information.) After noon on the fourth Saturday, anyone is available to receive food until all of it has been distributed.

This pantry is open every second and fourth Monday from 5 to 7 p.m.

Guests must live in the following zip codes: 44720, 44721, 44685, 44718, 44709, 44630. 

They also serve all veterans and service members regardless of zip code. 

Guests must present a photo ID as well as a piece of mail with their name and address as proof of residency.

PROGRAM NOTICE The following services will be temporarily closed due to the Christmas season on the dates below: • Food Pantry – Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 • To-Go Lunches – Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 • Showers – Monday, Nov. 25, 2024 • Soup Kitchen – Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024 • Heart of Ohio Diaper Bank – Monday, Dec. 16, 2024 These services will reopen on Monday, January 6, 2025. Please call our office with any additional questions at 330-453-0158.   Serving the Canton community: Hot meal program Food pantries Clothing Shelters Rent assistance Utility assistance Programs for adults and youth  

Serving the Massillon community:

• Hot meal program
• Food pantries
• Clothing
• Shelters
• Rent assistance
• Utility assistance
• Programs for adults and youth
• Holiday/Christmas assistance - visit saangeltree.org to apply

We currently have two Fresh Markets in Canton, one at 603 Shorb Ave. NW and one at 3412 Harmont Ave. NE.   These Fresh Markets provides free produce and grocery items to the community at no cost and is another way we live out our vision of healthy homes and holy hearts for all people. People are invited to shop once-a-day as our selection changes daily.

Lunch is provided Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinners are provided on Wednesdays and Sundays from 5:20 to 5:35 p.m.

Aviator Food Bags: Weekend food bags for students who may not have access to consistent meals throughout the school year. Free GED classes for individuals in Alliance. Register for morning classes Mondays at 8:30 a.m. or evening classes Mondays at 5 p.m. (registrations may take up to three hours).

Backpack Program - Weekend backpack meals every Friday for qualifying students. Career programs offered through the South Stark Career Academy.

A community-based organization that exists to provide needed support for Perry residents Food pantry, clothing, school supplies and more

• Food Pantry Non-perishable food and toiletries 3rd Saturday of each month 9am – 12pm Trinity United Methodist Church 3757 Lincoln Way E Massillon, OH 44646
• Clothes Closet Clothing for infants, children, and adults 5038 W Tuscarawas St Canton, OH 44708 Tuesday, Wednesday, & Saturday 10am – 4pm Thursday 10am – 7pm
• Backpacks Provide backpacks and school supplies for families in need In partnership with Whipple Heights Alliance Church Click here for application
• Sack Snacks Weekend snacks for school age children Prepared throughout the school year by Perry Helping Perry volunteers. They are distributed to all the schools in the Perry Local School District and discreetly given to qualifying children
• Bikes Provides donated bikes to children and adults Give us a call at 330-737-1281 or send us an email
• Christmas Giveaway Help families provide gifts and stocking stuffers for their children In partnership with Perry Christian Church Click here for application

Network of more than 30 food pantries throughout Stark County Emergency food pantry at the Goodwill Community Campus 408 9th St SW Canton, OH 44707 Monday: 9:15am - 2:35pm Tuesday: 9:15am - 3:35pm Wednesday: 9:15am - 3:35pm Thursday: 9:15am - 2:35pm Friday: 9:15am - 1:35pm

Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, education and employment services, detox, hot meals, social center

• CommQuest Cleveland Ave Outpatient - 625 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and Supported Employment Program Phone: 330-445-2677 Site Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm Wednesday: 8:00am - 7:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday & Tuesday: 8:30am - 11:30am Wednesday: 12:30pm - 3:30pm Thursday: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
• CommQuest Detox - 2600 6th St SW Canton, OH 44710 Phone: 330-830-3393 Enrollment Hours Any day 7:00am - 10:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 7:00pm
• CommQuest Samaritans Table - 627 McKinley Ave NW Canton, OH 44703 Hot meal service Thursdays 11:00am - 1:00pm Phone: 330-454-8044
• CommQuest Canton Friendship - 2200 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44709 Social center, hot meal program, and group skills instruction Phone: 330-453-8776
• CommQuest Payee Center - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Financial assistance for those who want or need a payee Phone: 330-453-4275 Window Hours Wednesdays 9:00am - 12:00pm Phone Hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm
• CommQuest Metropolitan Centre - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Administration, education & employment services, school-based services, marketing, fund development and training Phone: 330-455-0374

Services include a hot meal, a free clothing closet boutique, hygiene, a bag of food for homeless individuals, an emergency box of food for housed individuals or families, and supplies for anyone homeless staying outdoors or in their vehicle. No identification is required or appointment. Expect a small wait due to how busy we might be.

PROGRAM NOTICE The following services will be temporarily closed due to the Christmas season on the dates below: • Food Pantry – Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 • To-Go Lunches – Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 • Showers – Monday, Nov. 25, 2024 • Soup Kitchen – Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024 • Heart of Ohio Diaper Bank – Monday, Dec. 16, 2024 These services will reopen on Monday, January 6, 2025. Please call our office with any additional questions at 330-453-0158.   Serving the Canton community: Hot meal program Food pantries Clothing Shelters Rent assistance Utility assistance Programs for adults and youth  

Serving the Massillon community:

• Hot meal program
• Food pantries
• Clothing
• Shelters
• Rent assistance
• Utility assistance
• Programs for adults and youth
• Holiday/Christmas assistance - visit saangeltree.org to apply

Report child abuse: 330-455-KIDS / 1-800-233-5437 Partner with our customers, community and other service providers to protect children and vulnerable adults, stabilize and strengthen families, and encourage self-sufficiency and personal responsibility.

• Cash assistance
• Food assistance
• Medicaid & Medical
• Non-emergency transportation - Transportation to and from Medicaid-qualified appointments, including doctor visits, dental visits, vision appointments and more.
• Child care services
• Work experience program - Program participants are matched with local businesses and organizations in exchange for public assistance benefits.
• Subsidized Employment Program (SEP) - Supports local employers by offsetting the costs of hiring and training new employees.
• Foster care & adoption
• Kinship care
• Child support services
• Project KARE
• Healthy Start - Medicaid-funded program providing basic medical coverage for pregnant women and children up to 19 years old.
• PRC Plan - providing short-term assistance to address an emergent need and help families retain and maintain employment.