Food relief · Central Ohio
No neighbour goes hungry.
Hopeline rescues fresh food and delivers it with dignity to 12,000 neighbours every month. Join us.
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What we do
Three ways we help.
Food rescue
We collect surplus from farms and shops before it is wasted.
Community pantries
Choice-based pantries where neighbours pick what they need.
Home delivery
Boxes delivered to older and housebound neighbours.
Give
Your gift makes a difference.
Every dollar helps put fresh food on a neighbour's table.
A volunteer's story
Volunteering on Saturdays is the best part of my week. You see the difference immediately.
Volunteer
Join us in four steps.
Four steps, about twenty minutes, and a real person on hand if you want one.
Sign up online
Tell us when you are free. 2 min.
Short induction
We show you the ropes. 30 min.
Your first shift
Pack, sort or deliver with a friendly team. 3 hrs.
Keep going
Choose a regular shift or help occasionally.
Ready to help?
Sign up for a volunteer shift today.
Before you book
Questions we hear every week.
Honest answers, no small print.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Hopeline is a registered 501(c)(3). You will receive a receipt by email for every gift.
How is my money used?
92 cents of every dollar goes to programmes. Our annual report shows every figure in detail.
Can I volunteer a few hours a month?
Yes. Shifts are two to four hours and no experience is needed.
How can my company help?
Through team volunteering days, matched giving, food drives and sponsorship. Talk to our partnerships team.
How do I get food support?
Visit any distribution day or call us. No documents or referrals are needed.
Can I donate food?
Yes. Drop off non-perishables on distribution days or organise a food drive.
Still have a question?
Our friendly team is here Monday to Saturday.