What to Expect
West Ohio Food Bank provides meals to our neighbors who need them most by providing and distributing meals to assist children, seniors and families who are currently experiencing food insecurity.
Food provided by WOFB can also be found at senior centers, schools, local food pantries and others within the rural/urban areas of the 11-county service area.
What is a food distribution?
Drive-thru distributions provide an efficient & convenient way for neighbors in need of food assistance, to receive food, without having to leave their vehicles. Neighbors receive shelf-stable foods, meats, dairy products, fresh fruits, vegetables and other items. Most food distributions require an individual to pre-register to attend. Scheduling allows food bank staff & volunteers adequately serve vehicles attending as quickly as possible.
There are times when WOFB will host unplanned, no registration required, “pop-up” food distributions. These are open to all residents within the 11 County service area.
Who is eligible? How does someone sign up?
Anyone in need of food assistance must complete a (“Take Food Home Eligibility Form” self-declaration eligibility form) to take food home.
Allen County Residents
Requires a registered appointment time and a Photo ID.
3 Easy Ways to Register
All Other County Residents
NO registered appointment time needed for an event provided by West Ohio Food Bank. If you are attending a Partner Agency Distribution; they may require a registration. Please call that agency to confirm process.
Please attend your residential counties distribution and please bring a Photo ID.
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How do I know when the next distribution is?
Online
Posted days and times of all the food distributions can be found online at:
Electronic Billboard
Up-to-date information can also be found on the electronic billboard in front of our building on Kibby Street in Lima, Ohio.
Printed Calendars
Printed Monthly Food Distribution Date Calendar: copies are available at our location | 1380 E. Kibby St., Lima, OH
What happens when I come to a food distribution?
1. Arrive, check-in, open your trunk, drive thru and go!
- Please arrive at the time you were designated during pre-registration. (for pop-ups, no registration required, it is first come, first serve)
2. Check-In
- A volunteer/food bank staff will ask to see your valid Photo Id/ proof of residency then check you in against the master pre-registered list. Please have valid id/residency ready!
3. Open Trunk
- Ensure there is adequate space in your vehicle whether that be: cleaned/cleared backseat, clean trunk or truck bed. Please have areas opened and ready to load.
4. Drive-Thru
- Staff or volunteers will assist in guiding you through the lines to ensure safety. Please use caution in our lines and especially when approaching staff/volunteers who are assisting you and others.
5. "Cautious & Courtesy”
- Thank you for adhering to our rules whether it be at our facility or any other location we conduct a food distribution. WOFB staff/Management reserve the right to refuse anyone who is uncooperative or exhibits unacceptable behavior.
