The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is the federal program that provides food benefits to low-income families. Due to the current government shutdown, SNAP is suspended as of October 16.
Library staff have compiled a list of additional local and county resources that may be of assistance during this time.
Local Resources
Sewickley Community Center Food Pantry (15 Chadwick St, Sewickley, PA 15143) – Occurs every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 11:30-1:00 PM. Serves anyone living in the zip codes: 15143, 15056 and 15108.
Sewickley YMCA Mini Pantries – Provides a variety of non-perishable food items and personal care products in Ambridge, Leetsdale, Crescent Township, and Sewickley. For a full list of Mini Pantries, visit sewickleyymca.org/mini-pantries.
Quaker Valley Food to Families – Sewickley Valley YMCA program dedicated to community well-being by providing food boxes to individuals and families in need in the Quaker Valley School District. To enroll, contact Trish Hooper at 412-741-9622 ext. 111.
Center for Hope Ambridge (740 Park Rd, Ambridge, PA 15003) – Provides regular food pantry and assistance for Ambridge residents, and emergency bags for anyone in an emergency food situation. For more information visit thecenterforhope.com or call 724-251-4899.
Leetsdale Food Pantry – Food pantry for residents of Leetsdale borough.
County Resources
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (GPCFD) – Resource for finding local food banks in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Call 412-460-3663 or visit pittsburghfoodbank.org/get-help.
Allegheny County Department of Human Services – Provides information and resources for food assistance for residents of Allegheny County.
Big Burgh – Website providing resources for housing, food, diapers, and essentials at bigburgh.com.
Food Resources for Pennsylvanians – list of resources available for PA residents
Additional Resources
There are many local, state and national resources for additional social services available to community members.
If you need further information or assistance, our librarians can help! Whether it be finding resources or filling out applications, let us lend a hand! Contact us at 412-741-6920 x 3 or stop by the Reference Desk.
