Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Facts

Do you know…

• 120,000 people in our region need supplemental groceries each year.
• 37,000 of these people are children.
• 16,000 are elderly.
• 17,000 have been laid off or are on disability.
• 35,000 households needing assistance have an employed person, but they aren’t earning enough to make ends meet.
• 43.5% of Pennsylvania residents who live in poverty have incomes 50% below the poverty level.
• Summer months are crucial for children on summer break who rely on school lunches and breakfasts.
• 95 cents of every dollar collected by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank goes directly to food and services.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

ü      Encourage your customers to bring their non-perishables to your office’s drop box.

ü      Encourage other party in your transaction to bring their non-perishables to your office’s drop box.

ü      Spread the word.  An excellent way to keep in touch with clients on an annual basis is through a virtual food drive.*

ü      Volunteer your time.*

Shopping List:

• Cereal (high fiber, low sugar)
• Canned tuna, salmon (water packed)
• Fruit or vegetable juice (100%)
• Canned Beans
• Canned Vegetables
• Peanut butter (15-18 oz)
• Canned fruit
• Toilet tissue
• Laundry detergent
• Diapers (baby & adult)