FeedMore WNY: Fighting Hunger and Building a Brighter Future

FeedMore WNY is a vital organization in Western New York dedicated to alleviating hunger and empowering its neighbors. They go beyond simply providing meals, offering a comprehensive approach to food insecurity and its underlying causes.

Services Offered by FeedMore WNY

• Meal Services: This includes the well-known Meals on Wheels program for homebound individuals, but also extends to other solutions, including:
  
  • Community Meal Services: This program caters to institutions like hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and daycare centers. They can provide large quantities of delicious and nutritious pre-packaged meals in various forms:
    
    • Hot meals
    • Cold meals
    • Combination (hot/cold) meals
    • Individual portions or bulk trays
    • Meals tailored for adults, seniors, or children
  • Mobile Food Pantry: This program brings a pantry directly to neighborhoods facing food insecurity. This provides a more accessible option for those who may have difficulty reaching traditional food pantries.
• Find Food: FeedMore WNY helps connect people with food pantries, soup kitchens, and dining sites throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, and Niagara Counties.
• Nutrition Assistance: They can guide you towards additional resources like SNAP benefits to supplement your groceries.
• Nutrition Education: FeedMore WNY offers workshops, cooking classes, and other programs to promote healthy habits and empower individuals to make informed food choices.

Who Does FeedMore WNY Serve?

FeedMore WNY works to address hunger in all its forms. They serve individuals and families from all walks of life facing food insecurity. Their services are available to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

How to Apply for Help

If you are in need of food assistance, there are two main ways to connect with FeedMore WNY:

• Call 716-852-1305 and speak to a member of the Agency Services Team. They can assess your needs and connect you with the most suitable program, be it a partner food pantry or the Mobile Food Pantry program.
• For home-delivered meals: Call 716-822-2002 and speak with the Social Work Team. They will determine if Meals on Wheels or another program is the right fit for you.

Working Together to End Hunger

FeedMore WNY relies on the support of the community to continue its vital work. In addition to seeking food assistance, you can also volunteer your time or donate to help them reach their mission of a hunger-free Western New York.