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Food and meal resources during COVID-19 closures

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Added to the stress of the coronavirus pandemic, food insecurities are likely to rise for vulnerable families as many businesses have had to make the difficult decision to close their doors. If you would like to help or are in need of assistance, the following community food and meal resources are available in the OKC metro.

Editor’s note: This is a working list last updated Aug. 17, 2020. If you know of a resource not listed here, please email tips@metrofamilymagazine.com. 

Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS)
In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Oklahoma State Department of Health guidance, all office visits to Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) will be ‘by appointment only.’ If customers cannot be served online or have difficulty with online service, they can call 522-5050 for assistance or to schedule an appointment.

Regional Food Bank resources

Feed the Children – Mission OKC

8125 N. Classen, Ste E, Oklahoma City

  • Providing door-to-door lunches for families in need
  • Visit www.feedthechildren.org to learn more.

Pandemic of Love

This national non-profit helps people in need with groceries, utilities and more. Visit www.pandemicoflove.com/help to learn more.

 

Edmond

Edmond Mobile Meals, serving homebound individuals

Midwest City

Mid-Del Food Pantry

Moore

Moore Food & Resource Center

Norman

Food & Shelter for Friends

Oklahoma City

Filling Tummies

Filling Tummies Mobile Pantry Food Bus brings fresh, local produce, packaged foods, canned goods and other staples to neighborhoods in need. They also have pine pantries, formula supplementation, and more.

Infant Crisis Services

4224 N Lincoln Blvd

Oklahoma City, OK 73105

405-528-3663

Items available include diapers, formula, wipes, and shelf-stable food for toddlers (canned fruits/veggies, pasta, beans, etc.) Anyone needing services should call 405-528-3663 to schedule a same-day appointment.

Oklahoma Youth Literacy Program is providing Grab & Go meals and snacks for school aged children. Pick up is available Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – noon & 3 – 5:30 p.m. at 3663 N Lottie Ave. For more information, contact info@okylpokc.org or call 405-601-3055.

For even more family-focused resources and information, visit our Coronavirus resource guide

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