We continue to experience a significant increase in the number of neighbors turning to our network of pantries for assistance with food and hygiene items. During Lent, we are asking businesses, churches, schools and individuals to share what they can.
HOST A DRIVE
Businesses, churches, schools and individuals are encouraged to host a food and/or hygiene drive.
MONETARY DONATION
Your donation allows us to purchase items from wholesalers and foodbanks, where products are less expensive so your donation can go further.
WISH LIST
Purchase an item(s) from the Wish List and have them shipped directly to our Becky & Ted Catino Choice Food Pantry.
Where to Donate
SVDP Thrift Stores
You can also drop off donations at any St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati Thrift Store during regular business hours. Click here to find your nearest location and help stock our pantries for neighbors in need.
Neyer Outreach Center
Donations can also be delivered to the Neyer Outreach Center, located at 1146 William L. Mallory, Sr. Street (formerly Bank St.) in the West End. Drop off your items during regular business hours and know your donation will directly support families facing food insecurity in our community.
Most Needed Items:
Pantry Essentials
- Canned Fruit
- Canned Meat/Meals in Can (tuna, chicken, ravioli, stew, etc.)
- Cereal/Oatmeal
- Cooking Oil & Baking Mixes
- Peanut Butter
- Spices (salt, pepper, garlic, etc.)
Hygiene & Household
- Body Wash
- Cleaning/Disinfectant Wipes
- Deodorant
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Toothpaste & Individual Toothbrushes
Promotional Materials
FLYER
Click on the button below for a flyer to help promote your drive.
WEEKLY REFLECTIONS
To assist you, we have created seven weekly reflections for you to include in your weekly parish bulletin or other communications. Each reflection is connected to an item from our most-needed list and connects to a tenet of Catholic Social Teaching.
Food Insecurity in Cincinnati
More neighbors are turning to St. Vincent de Paul’s network of food pantries for help than ever before. In our 2024 fiscal year, 125,881 neighbors received assistance through SVDP’s pantry network. With your support, we can alleviate food insecurity for thousands of neighbors.
FOOD PANTRY FACTS
- SVDP’s network of food pantries includes the Becky & Ted Catino Choice Food Pantry in the West End and 19 satellite pantries and food closets.
- Neighbors visiting the Becky & Ted Catino Choice Food Pantry hand-select groceries that best fits their family’s needs, rather than being handed a pre-packaged box of food
- In addition to food, SVDP distributes essential items, such as hygiene items and cleaning supplies, which cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits (food stamps).
- The items that cost SVDP the most to stock in its food pantries each month include fresh meats, canned fruits and vegetables, and personal care supplies.
- As of October 2025, over 19,750 cans of fruits and vegetables are needed each month to meet the needs of households visiting the Catino Choice pantry.